The Institutional Research Associate will facilitate data collection, assessment, and evaluation for assigned programs and initiatives (including but not limited to the Alliance to Accelerate Excellence in Education and Pathways to Careers). The incumbent works closely with colleagues and stakeholders to conduct extensive inquiry and analysis, provide expert recommendations, and produce timely reports on program and university impact. This includes the design and development of detailed study pl... more details
Job Overview
The Institutional Research Associate will facilitate data collection, assessment, and evaluation for assigned programs and initiatives (including but not limited to the Alliance to Accelerate Excellence in Education and Pathways to Careers). The incumbent works closely with colleagues and stakeholders to conduct extensive inquiry and analysis, provide expert recommendations, and produce timely reports on program and university impact. This includes the design and development of detailed study plans, collection ad synthesis of quantitative and qualitative data, and presentation of findings to inform institutional planning, evaluation, and decision-making. In addition to knowledge of institutional data (application, enrollment, retention, etc.) the Institutional Research Associate is expected to develop and maintain specialized expertise in the collection, analysis, and application of career readiness, labor market, and economic impact data as relevant to assigned project areas.
Position Summary
Institutional Research Associate (Research Technician III)
This is a part time (0,5 fte/20 hours per week), grant-funded temporary, exempt position ending on or before three (3) years from the date of hire. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations. The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date.
This position is expected to work a hybrid schedule, with some work performed at the San Marcos campus and some work performed remotely/from a home office. Fully remote work will be considered, but ability to attend occasional in-person meetings and events may be required.
This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 14 paid holidays are offered each year; 13 scheduled on specific days and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year.
A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by visiting our Benefits Portal.
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $2,917 - $3,334 per month (part-time equivalent)
CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,028 - $9,097 per month (full-time equivalent)
California State University San Marcos
A mid-size university located in San Diego's vibrant North County, we are dedicated to service, innovation, leadership and diversity. We have an attentive faculty and state-of-the-art facilities which offer our students hundreds of opportunities to learn, lead, play and serve.
California State University San Marcos is a new kind of university, pushing the boundaries of innovation to prepare tomorrow's leaders, build stronger communities and solve pressing issues.
Cutting-edge research meets hands-on application at our campus and in the real world.
Application Process
This position is open until filled. For assurance of full consideration, please submit application, cover letter and resume by 11:59pm on June 16, 2024.
Application requires answers to supplemental questions.
Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or testing process due to a disability recognized under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/CA Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) should notify the Office of Human Resources at (760) 750-4418 or e-mail: hr@csusm.edu. Hearing & speech impaired call our TDD at (760) 750-3238.
Supplemental Information
The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The systemwide CSU Vaccination Policy can be reviewed at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/13116180/latest/. Questions should be sent to the Office of Human Resources at hr@csusm.edu.
Following a conditional offer of employment, satisfactory completion of a background check (including criminal records check) is required prior to beginning employment. Any offer of employment rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
California State University San Marcos is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at https://www.csusm.edu/clery/annualreports.html.
California State University San Marcos is not a sponsoring agent for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B visas).
Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 days.
