Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.
More than 22,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
Position Summary
This position will support multiple grant-funded research and evaluation projects for research teams led by PI Karen Cellarius at PSU’s Regional Research Institute for Human Services. Tasks include processing data collected by others, including tracking it as it comes in, entering it into data analysis software, and coding it for further analysis. In addition, the person in this position will assist with coordinating data collection and report writing. Proof reading reports for accuracy and style will be a large part of this position.
This is an intermittent, grant funded appointment
Minimum Qualifications from Classification
-College level courses in statistics (at least six quarter hours); research methods and techniques (e.g., research design, sampling, surveying, etc.); and computer software application or packages (e.g., Statistical Analyses System, Lotus 1-2-3, etc.);
OR
- Three years of experience assisting with the gathering, compiling, analyzing, and reporting of research information and statistical data plus assisting with the drafting of this information into narrative or statistical reports,; OR
- An equivalent combination of training and experience.
Note:
Transcripts may be required for all required and/or related courses.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position
- Experience in copy editing and formatting
- Experience coordinating data collection and processing
- Topical knowledge of human services, especially Trauma Informed Care, Zero Suicide in health systems, homeless youth
- Experience with data analysis and report writing software, including SPSS, Qualtrics,
- Excel, Word, and PowerPoint as well as Google Docs and Google Sheets
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework in data analysis, copy editing and formatting
Key Cultural Competencies
- Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
- Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
- Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
- Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours
This is an intermittent, grant funded appointment
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting hourly rate for this position will be between $22.84 and $26.20. The starting hourly rate may be negotiable above this range, however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.