Montclair State University
Senior Research Manager, Center for Research and Evaluation on Education and Hum
Montclair State University, Montclair, California, United States, 91763
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Note If you have an expansive CV we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume / CV as well as all other supporting documentation in the My Experience section of your application.
Job Description SUMMARY Reporting to the Associate Director Center for Research and Evaluation on Education and Human Services (CREEHS) the Senior Research Manager is responsible for the direction oversight and administration of revenue-generating evaluation and applied research projects within CREEHS. This role includes project research and people management responsibilities to ensure the successful execution of multiple concurrent K-12 and higher education projects. This position is hybrid with occasional travel to Montclair State University and around NJ for work related activities though that is subject to change.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Project Management Oversee the full lifecycle of several simultaneous revenue-generating applied research and evaluation projects from design to completion.
Contribute to preparing and managing contracts and budgets for evaluation and applied research projects.
Ensure quality of all work products and compliance with contracted scopes of work.
Monitor project timelines milestones and resource allocation to ensure project completion.
Research Management Oversee and guide team members in conducting literature reviews instrument development data collection and both quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
Write review edit and ensure the quality of evaluation and applied research deliverables.
Stay current with best practices in educational evaluation and applied research methodologies.
People Management Manage staff and tasks to ensure successful completion of planned activities.
Supervise a diverse team of 3-7 staff members including Evaluation Associates Data Analysts Research Assistants and graduate students.
Foster a collaborative team environment that promotes high-quality practices and continuous learning.
Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain productive and responsive relationships with stakeholders including clients program staff program beneficiaries funders partners policymakers and educational practitioners.
Present findings to various audiences and translate data into accessible actionable recommendations and deliverables.
Serve as the primary point of contact for client relationship management and project communication facilitating effective communication throughout all phases of the work.
Organizational Leadership Provide overall direction and vision for education-related evaluation and applied research projects ensuring alignment with Center goals and client needs.
Contribute to designing and securing funding for evaluation and applied research projects through competitive grants and contracts.
Contribute to the continuous growth and success of the Center through responsive management and strategic planning.
Support Center initiatives and knowledge sharing across teams.
Represent the Center at professional meetings or conferences.
Perform other duties as assigned by senior leadership.
Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.
QUALIFICATIONS Masters degree from an accredited college or university in research / evaluation public health education or a related social science field.
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience providing evaluation and / or applied research services to clients or partners including managing projects collecting and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data to inform programming communicating project findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience supervising personnel including junior staff and graduate students.
Experience writing grants / proposals and procuring projects.
Experience managing budgets including planning and reconciliation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
PREFERRED Experience conducting evaluations or applied research in educational settings.
Experience working with State and municipal agencies educational institutions community organizations nonprofits and foundations.
Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methods.
Experience working collaboratively and effectively in a team and with diverse populations including individuals representing funders and implementers (e.g. state agencies educational institutions community organizations foundations) as well as key stakeholders participating in the programs we support.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment prioritizing multiple projects and tasks while maintaining high quality standards.
Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational task and time management skills.
Flexible and willing to learn new ideas tools and skills.
PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.
Salary Range $95000.00-$105000.00 Annually
The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits including health insurance retirement plans and tuition assistance. For further details please visit :
Montclair State University considers factors such as but not limited to scope and responsibilities of the position candidates relevant work experience education skills and internal equity when extending an offer.
Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is withina CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.
Department CREEHS 2
Position Type Administrative
Contact Information For questions or concerns please contact Human Resources Workday Recruiting Support at (Option 2) or email talent @.
Inclusion Statement Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged committed to democracy and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.
EEO / AA Statement Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity / Affiantive Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.
IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details please visit : Experience :
Manager
Key Skills
Children Activity,B2C,Ale,JavaScript,Data Analysis,Asic
Employment Type Full-Time
Experience years
Vacancy 1
Yearly Salary Salary 95000 - 105000
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Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.
The contact information work experience and education listed on your Resume / CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.
Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed the software is intelligent but you need to verify that the data is accurate.
In the My Experience section you will find a Resume / CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.
Note If you have an expansive CV we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume / CV as well as all other supporting documentation in the My Experience section of your application.
Job Description SUMMARY Reporting to the Associate Director Center for Research and Evaluation on Education and Human Services (CREEHS) the Senior Research Manager is responsible for the direction oversight and administration of revenue-generating evaluation and applied research projects within CREEHS. This role includes project research and people management responsibilities to ensure the successful execution of multiple concurrent K-12 and higher education projects. This position is hybrid with occasional travel to Montclair State University and around NJ for work related activities though that is subject to change.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Project Management Oversee the full lifecycle of several simultaneous revenue-generating applied research and evaluation projects from design to completion.
Contribute to preparing and managing contracts and budgets for evaluation and applied research projects.
Ensure quality of all work products and compliance with contracted scopes of work.
Monitor project timelines milestones and resource allocation to ensure project completion.
Research Management Oversee and guide team members in conducting literature reviews instrument development data collection and both quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
Write review edit and ensure the quality of evaluation and applied research deliverables.
Stay current with best practices in educational evaluation and applied research methodologies.
People Management Manage staff and tasks to ensure successful completion of planned activities.
Supervise a diverse team of 3-7 staff members including Evaluation Associates Data Analysts Research Assistants and graduate students.
Foster a collaborative team environment that promotes high-quality practices and continuous learning.
Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain productive and responsive relationships with stakeholders including clients program staff program beneficiaries funders partners policymakers and educational practitioners.
Present findings to various audiences and translate data into accessible actionable recommendations and deliverables.
Serve as the primary point of contact for client relationship management and project communication facilitating effective communication throughout all phases of the work.
Organizational Leadership Provide overall direction and vision for education-related evaluation and applied research projects ensuring alignment with Center goals and client needs.
Contribute to designing and securing funding for evaluation and applied research projects through competitive grants and contracts.
Contribute to the continuous growth and success of the Center through responsive management and strategic planning.
Support Center initiatives and knowledge sharing across teams.
Represent the Center at professional meetings or conferences.
Perform other duties as assigned by senior leadership.
Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.
QUALIFICATIONS Masters degree from an accredited college or university in research / evaluation public health education or a related social science field.
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience providing evaluation and / or applied research services to clients or partners including managing projects collecting and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data to inform programming communicating project findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience supervising personnel including junior staff and graduate students.
Experience writing grants / proposals and procuring projects.
Experience managing budgets including planning and reconciliation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
PREFERRED Experience conducting evaluations or applied research in educational settings.
Experience working with State and municipal agencies educational institutions community organizations nonprofits and foundations.
Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methods.
Experience working collaboratively and effectively in a team and with diverse populations including individuals representing funders and implementers (e.g. state agencies educational institutions community organizations foundations) as well as key stakeholders participating in the programs we support.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment prioritizing multiple projects and tasks while maintaining high quality standards.
Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational task and time management skills.
Flexible and willing to learn new ideas tools and skills.
PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.
Salary Range $95000.00-$105000.00 Annually
The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits including health insurance retirement plans and tuition assistance. For further details please visit :
Montclair State University considers factors such as but not limited to scope and responsibilities of the position candidates relevant work experience education skills and internal equity when extending an offer.
Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is withina CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.
Department CREEHS 2
Position Type Administrative
Contact Information For questions or concerns please contact Human Resources Workday Recruiting Support at (Option 2) or email talent @.
Inclusion Statement Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged committed to democracy and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.
EEO / AA Statement Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity / Affiantive Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.
IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details please visit : Experience :
Manager
Key Skills
Children Activity,B2C,Ale,JavaScript,Data Analysis,Asic
Employment Type Full-Time
Experience years
Vacancy 1
Yearly Salary Salary 95000 - 105000
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