Evaluation Assistant

The Evaluation Assistant (EA) is experienced in quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, as well as in academic writing, and will be responsible for supporting the CSEP Evaluation Team in these areas as needed across their portfolio of projects. The EA also has familiarity with evaluation and education research methods and working in an academic setting. They will work under the supervision of the CSEP Associate Director for Evaluation and Data Management, and the Evaluation Team as needed.

The EA will Assist with the Following Duties:

-- Implementing evaluation and STEM education research plans, contributing to the development of surveys and protocols and collecting data via surveys, interviews, focus groups, or other sources.

-- Attending meetings and observing project activities as needed.

-- Preparing formative and summative reports and presentations that advise faculty PIs and project coordinators on project impacts, strengths, and weaknesses.

-- Preparing journal papers and presentations for disseminating education research or evaluation findings as needed.

-- Mentoring of CSEP Evaluation Interns who work on evaluation or STEM education research projects.

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service as appropriate to the position.

Department: https://csep.ucsb.edu/

• Bachelor's degree in social science or humanities that emphasizes writing and data analysis

• Prior experience working on STEM evaluation or education research projects
• Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines and work in a collaborative environment
• Prior experience collecting and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data and using Excel and NVivo for analysis
• Prior experience collecting data for projects that serve groups traditionally underrepresented in STEM
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for an academic environment

• 3 required (contact information only)

Applicants are required to provide names and contact information of 3 references. In the event that an

applicant is selected as the finalist, the department will conduct a reference check before extending an offer of

employment.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.