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James
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James A. Kitts
Associate Professor of Sociology
Director, Computational Social Science Institute
University of Massachusetts
200 Hicks Way
Amherst, MA 01003-9277
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Institute for Social Science Research
College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Title: Research Methodologist
Appointment: Academic Year (9-month), renewable term appointment
Earliest appointment: September 1, 2016
Application: Review of applications begins March 21, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled
The Position: The Institute for Social Science Research (ISSR) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking applicants for qualified candidates to serve as our Research Methodologist. The primary job responsibilities are developing and leading programs to support methodological skills and tools for social scientists. The Research Methodologist is expected to conduct innovative social science research, provide direct research and methodological advising to other researchers at UMass-Amherst, offer periodic instructional workshops on topics of broad interest to social science researchers, and manage and supervise a small team of graduate research consultants. The Research Methodologist will also work closely with the ISSR Director and staff to help design new initiatives to advance the service and research mission of the Institute.
Qualifications: Qualified applicants must have a doctoral degree in a social science discipline such as sociology, political science, economics, and psychology, or related fields like public policy, planning or public health. The candidate must have a deep background in quantitative social science methods and analytical techniques; strong organizational, writing, and verbal communication skills; experience mentoring and instructing others in research methods; and a genuine interest in collaboration and in facilitating research projects by students and colleagues.
This is a non-tenure track position, but with considerable promise for advancement. The initial appointment will be for two years with possibility for renewal contingent on performance and success in procuring external funding.
To Apply: Applicants must apply online through Interview Exchange: http://umass.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=68995. Applications must include: 1) cover letter describing interest in this position and funded research plans, 2) curriculum vitae, and 3) short writing sample, such as a published article or research grant proposal. In addition, three letters of recommendation from scholars familiar with your research and mentoring capabilities must be submitted via email or U.S. mail to Karen Mason ([log in to unmask]), Attn: Research Methodologist Search, ISSR, W34A Machmer Hall, University of Massachusetts, 240 Hicks Way, Amherst, MA 01003-9278.
For further information on ISSR, visit our website: www.umass.edu/issr. Please direct questions to Henry Renski ([log in to unmask]).
The University provides an intellectual environment committed to providing academic excellence and diversity, including mentoring programs for faculty. The College and Institute are committed to increasing the diversity of the faculty, student body and curriculum. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members.