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Post Doctoral Research Associate --  University of Wyoming  WYSAC --
Wyoming
 

University of Wyoming
College of Arts & Sciences
Post-Doctoral Research Associate - #
Wyoming Survey & Analysis Center (WYSAC)
Essential Duties:
Conduct social policy research on substance abuse, criminal justice, and
related areas, in collaboration with a faculty mentor.  Job duties may
include program evaluation, technical assistance and consultation with
state funding agencies and grant funded community program managers,
outcome assessment (designing, gathering, analyzing, preparing and
presenting data for various projects), survey design and oversight,
statistical analysis, report writing, occasional public presentations,
coordination of and participation in community-based field research, and
supervision of, assistance to, and cooperation with other WYSAC research
staff.  In addition, the successful applicant will have responsibilities
to assist in the preparation of grant and contract applications, provide
consultation or training to the public or University community, conduct
workshops, travel to state, regional and national conferences. 
Responsibilities may also include literature searches to identify
additional research and to assist in preparation of conference
presentations and manuscripts for publication. 
Minimum Qualifications:
A doctoral degree in a social science, applied statistics, or a related
discipline is required, along with strong research skills, statistical
competence, and methodological knowledge applicable to large-scale
research projects.  Specific technical experience needed includes data
analysis, writing, oral communication, and organizational skills.  Ability
to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients in an entrepreneurial
environment is essential.    
Desired Qualifications:
A strong background in research design and policy research (knowledge of
measurement and outcome research) is preferred.  An understanding of
issues and best practices in criminal justice, public health, education,
survey research, and/or substance abuse prevention would be
beneficial.  Ability to create new survey and evaluation instruments as
needed, a thorough understanding of data analysis and data management, and
familiarity with Wyoming governmental agencies are all highly desirable. 
Successful experience in securing contracts and grants for funded research
is also desired. 
Application Process:
Applicants should submit a letter of application that details academic and
research experience related to this position, a resume, names and contact
information for three references, and a copy of graduate transcript(s) if
available to:
 
Mariah Storey, Search Committee Chair
Wyoming Survey & Analysis Center
University of Wyoming
710 Garfield, Suite 320
Laramie, WY 82070
 
PHONE: (307) 745-4561
FAX: (307) 742-3058
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Application Deadline: 
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a
suitable candidate is hired.  
Salary:
$52,000 per calendar year.  Post-Doctoral Research Associates are
considered to be Academic Professionals in the University's personnel
system, and receive fringe benefits consistent with those provided to
other faculty at the University.  
Start and End Dates:
Anticipated start date is ASAP.  Ending date is contingent upon external
funding; currently, project funding is anticipated at least through June
30, 2006, but projects are expected to continue through 2007 or longer. 
Renewal in the position is likely, on a year-by-year basis and dependent
on job performance and the availability of continuing funding for related
projects.  
The University of Wyoming is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer.

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