Rsch Pro 3-Rsch Coord Numbershire- KENTUCKY

Position Overview

The NumberShire Team at University of Minnesota (UMN) seeks a candidate to fill a joint Research Coordinator position. The coordinator will be employed at .50 time to support the work of the NumberShire project in Kentucky.

The current NumberShire project: The primary aim of this multi-year randomized controlled trial is to assess the efficacy of the NumberShire Level K gaming intervention for improving math outcomes of students with or at risk for mathematics learning disabilities. The Research Coordinator will assist the PI team to ensure successful completion of the project, including coordinating project activities in Kentucky, recruiting participants, collecting/managing data, and supporting the NumberShire Team at UMN to execute detailed research activities.

The Research Coordinator will be a 12-month employee of the University of Minnesota. The Research Coordinator will work closely with and be primarily supervised by Dr. Sam Choo in the Department of Educational Psychology. Initial appointment will be 1 year (2025-26), with an option for up to two additional years (2026-2028) based on performance and continued availability of funding.

This position is in-person at partner sites in Kentucky. Per UMN policy, work may be done remotely when appropriate and approved by your manager. All UMN employees are expected to follow applicable public health and safety procedures.

Job Responsibilities

Research (100%)

• Assist with project coordination, including the recruitment of participants.
• Recruit, facilitate, and/or assist training data collectors.
• Coordinate data collection in school settings, including communicating with teachers and supporting hourly data-collection employees.
• Contribute to project dissemination efforts including technical reports, intervention materials, and other instructional resource materials for educators.
• Organize and lead focus group sessions, interviews, and questionnaires with educators.
• Enter data, clean and de-identify data, and run descriptive analysis.
• Communicate with UMN NumberShire staff, attend all meetings.
• Take notes at meetings and provide additional meeting support.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience or a combination of education and work experience to equal 8 years.
• English fluency (speaking, listening, reading, and writing).
• Interest in evidence-based interventions in math.
• Ability to work well with diverse populations.
• Desire to work with educators and young children.
• Reliable transportation for data collection efforts in Kentucky.
• Attention to detail and autonomous work.
• Capacity to use and navigate digital applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in special education, math education, or related field.
• K-12 math intervention, assessment, or related research experience.
• Experience with educational technology.
• Experience with data collection, data management, research methods, and writing.

Department Overview

The Department of Educational Psychology provides training in the cognitive, emotional, and social learning processes that underlie education and human development across the lifespan, including: the psychological foundations of education, quantitative methods in education, the practice and science of counseling psychology, school psychology, and special education. Faculty and students provide leadership and consultation to the state, nation, and international community. The department's scholarship and teaching enhance professional practice in schools and universities, community mental health agencies, business and industrial organizations, early childhood programs, and government agencies.
https://www.cehd.umn.edu/edpsych

College Overview

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the University's third largest college, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of life. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice.

Pay Range: The salary range for this position is $30,000 - $34,000. Final salary offers are dependent on the candidate's experience, skills, and internal equity within the department.

Time Appointment: 50% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. The cover letter should detail interest in the position and background/experience relative to each of the required qualifications, as well as applicable preferred qualifications.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).