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University of Wisconsin - Madison

Location: MadisonWI 53705 Document ID: AD142-0FKN Posted on: 2019-05-0505/05/2019 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2019-06-04
 

DATA SERVICES SPECIALIST


Position Summary:
The Data Services Specialist supports qualitative research and evaluation at Extension. In collaboration with the Data Specialist/Data Governance Council Leader and other colleagues, the Data Services Specialist will plan and co-facilitate capacity building efforts around qualitative methods and qualitative analysis with colleagues across the state (e.g. county-based educators, specialists, evaluators).

The Data Services Specialist will collaborate with the Data Specialist/Data Governance Council Leader and other Extension colleagues in analyzing state-wide collected data (for example through our central data collection system) and in producing regular reports on these data. The Data Services Specialist will also collect and analyze qualitative data associated with high priority Extension research and evaluation projects. Requests for qualitative support will come through an intake process that will be managed by the Data Services Specialist.

The Data Services Specialist also supports the data governance structure at Extension. The Data Services Specialist and stewards the help email of our central data collection system, answers questions regarding our central data collection, and triages questions as needed. In addition, the Data Services Specialist assists in providing training and workshops regarding data input and use into our central collection system; reviews, tests, and improves help material designed by the Data Governance leadership teams; and provides data from the central data collection systems and related state-wide projects to internal stakeholders.

Position Duties:
List of Duties

Institutional Statement on Diversity:
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Degree and Area of Specialization:
Bachelor's degree in Research Methods, Education, Human Ecology, Sociology, Anthropology or related social sciences discipline required. Master's degree preferred.

Minimum Years and Type of Relevant Work Experience:
Required Qualifications:
Excellent project management skills
A strong interest in qualitative methods and practical qualitative research
A strong interest in research consulting, adult education and/or methods education
Basic knowledge of the foundations of qualitative methodology is required
Practical experience in qualitative data analysis
Experience in using qualitative data analysis software (e.g. NVivo, Dedoose, ATLAS.TI, MAXQDA or related programs)
Strong writing, presentation and verbal facilitation skills

Preferred qualifications:
Experience with MAXQDA
Experience with data visualization and mapping tools (such as Tableau, ArcGIS)
Experience with quantitative data analysis
Experience with web design/management
Experience in adult education, educational technology and/or methods education

Additional Requirements:
Expected to make individual arrangements for transportation adequate to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions.
Must be able to travel throughout the state at various times each month.

Additional Information:
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Department(s):
A471300-EXTENSION/OPS/PROGRAM SUPPORT SVCS

Work Type:
Full Time: 100%

Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:
Minimum $46,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Instructions to Applicants:
To begin the application process, click the Apply Now button.

You will be asked to provide a cover letter and resume addressing your skills and experience as they relate to the qualifications and duties in this job description.

Contact:
Susan Phipps
susan.phipps@wisc.edu
608-263-9784
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )

Official Title:
INFORM PROCESS CONSLT(S44DN) or ASSOC INF PROC CONSLT(S44FN)

Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:
97966-AS


The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://oed.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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Applications Open: Apr 8 2019 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: May 5 2019 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time


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