The University of Iowa's Professional and Scientific Job Line

ASSISTANT RESEARCH SCIENTIST(ASSISTANT RESEARCH SCIENTIST)

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Internal Medicine

Salary: $40,708.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

Job Duties:
Perform basic research in molecular and cell biology, with an emphasis on collaborative studies involving redox-mediated cell signaling in the cardiovascular system.

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks(criminal history, child/dependent adult sexual abuse) will be conducted on final candidates for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics. Background checks may also be conducted for other positions.

ASSOCIATE RESEARCH SCIENTIST(STATISTICIAN)

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Nursing Administration & General

Salary: Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

Job Duties:
Provide applied and methodological statistical consultation and research services of considerable scope and complexity to faculty and graduate students at the University if Iowa College of Nursing. Design, develop and apply sophisticated statistical solutions for complex research problems involving small, medium and large data sets. Oversee the management of multiple datasets for multiple studies.

Identify cutting edge design and analytical approaches for proposed faculty research.

Coordinate and monitor data generation and analysis, judge the validity of data obtained and recommends additional tests and/or modifications.

Provide statistical analyses and interpretations that support answers for project research questions and pilot data for new grant submissions and funded research projects.

Prepare research results for publication in reports, papers, journals and other media.

Prepare and provide seminars, talks, and lectures on statistical methodology for faculty and graduate students.

Maintain current and closed out data bases for multiple projects.

Supervise or perform all data cleaning, the development and management of data files and statistical analysis for multiple projects.

Participate in research proposal reviews.

Present posters and seminars for dissemination of data and statistical methods.

Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public. Establish and maintain standards of collaborative interaction among peers and employees that is characterized by respect, honesty and service; assure that all unit members are held to similar standards and ethics.

Manage the talents, strengths and behaviors of each individual in a diverse work group, while providing each employee with the opportunity to contribute to the goals of the unit. Work to assure that all employees are respected and treated consistent with University policies in regard to equal employment opportunity and diversity.

Inspire and motivate others to high performance by exercising strong stewardship of University resources, setting expectations, measuring success through individual performance evaluations, and driving organizational results.

Attain and maintain expertise in cutting edge statistical approaches. Identify opportunities for and create development plans that encourage employees to attend to the growth of their personal and professional capacity; engage self and staff in collective reflection of the University's greater role in society.

ASST RESEARCH SCIENTIST

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Ophthalmology & Visual Science

Salary: $40,708.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: 09/12/2008

Job Duties:
Perform basic and translational research in a biomedical field with considerable scope and complexity. Responsible for identifying relevant questions, developing experimental strategies and methodologies, analyzing results, and integrating this new understanding into existing knowledge.

ASST RESEARCH SCIENTIST

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Radiation Research Laboratory

Salary: $50,744.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: 08/28/2008

Job Duties:
Perform basic or applied independent research in the area of cellular and molecular biology of quiescent and proliferating cells with special emphasis on the cellular redox environment regulating the proliferative capacity and migration of cells. The extramurally supported studies are of considerable scope and complexity in which existing theory or methods may be limited or lacking. Therefore, the individual will be responsible for identifying and selecting the problems to be studied, developing experimental systems to approach these problems, and timely publication of results in peer reviewed scientific journals. Perpetuating extramural support for the studies in these areas of research is expected, including competitive renewal of existing support as well as initiation of new proposals.

Identify and define problems relevant to Free Radical Biology in the fields of wound healing, aging, and cancer, solutions to which can be approached through a laboratory based scientific research process.
Develop Free Radical Biology hypotheses to be tested and methodology for evaluating results.
Develop devices for use in empirical studies, including hardware, software and statistical methods.
Perform Free Radical theory based cellular and molecular experiments, collect and analyze data.
Evaluate Free Radical Biology data to establish relevance to the problem or problems being evaluated.
Prepare research results for publication in reports, papers, journals, books and other media.
Prepare Free Radical Biology seminars, discussions and lectures for dissemination of knowledge and results of research.
Develop new Free Radical Biology proposals for research and obtain support for new and/or continuing research activities.
Maintain liaison with sponsoring agencies and organizations as well as with other research and educational institutions.
Manage all or part of a research project including staff selection, assignment and scheduling, monitoring of project funds, coordination of data generation and analysis and identification, acquisition and use of equipment and facilities.
Participate in determining Free Radical Biology research priorities and planning programs of research.
Train investigators and support staff, and conduct continuing education in Free Radical Biology.
Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.

Civil and Respectful Interactions
Establishes and maintains standards of collaborative interaction among peers and employees that is characterized by respect, honesty and service; assures that all unit members are held to similar standards and ethics.

Diversity and Inclusion
Manages the talents, strengths and behaviors of each individual in a diverse work group, while providing each employee with the opportunity to contribute to the goals of the unit. Works to assure that all employees are respected and treated consistent with University policies in regard to equal employment opportunity and diversity.

Leadership Accountability
Inspires and motivates others to high performance by exercising strong stewardship of University resources, setting expectations, measuring success through individual performance evaluations, and driving organizational results.

Learning and Professional Development
Identifies opportunities for and creates development plans that encourage employees to attend to the growth of their personal and professional capacity; engages self and staff in collective reflection of the University???s greater role in society.

RESEARCH ASST I NAT/HLTH SCI(RESEARCH ASSISTANT I)

Fri, 4 Apr 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Internal Medicine

Salary: $27,459.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

Job Duties:
Conduct experimental tests and procedures in a cardiovascular research laboratory using basic techniques of neurophysiology, cell biology and biochemistry; set up and operate laboratory equipment; and record and consolidate research data.

RESEARCH ASST I NAT/HLTH SCI(TEMPORARY RESEARCH ASSISTANT I)

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Internal Medicine

Salary: $27,459.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: 09/08/2008

Job Duties:
Conduct experimental tests and procedures in a research laboratory or on a natural/ health science
research study; set up and operate laboratory equipment; and record and consolidate research data.

RESEARCH ASST I NAT/HLTH SCI

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Salary: $27,459.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: 09/09/2008

Job Duties:
To conduct laboratory rsearch work, including testing and evaluation of current procedures and protocols, and assist in judging the validity of data obtained; to facilitate the production of research models through murine gene targeting under the direction of Dr. Baoli Yang.

RESEARCH ASST I SOCIAL SCI

Tue, 3 Jun 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Epidemiology

Salary: $34,227.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

Job Duties:
BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY
To assist with the performance of epidemiological disease related research, including the study of cancer by scheduling and performing independent data collection; performing technical and allied duties related to the review, reconciling, abstracting and coding of medical information from abstracts, documents, reports and on-line data sources; participating in quality control efforts; responding to requests for technical information; and occasionally traveling overnight.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Verify principal diagnosis; verify and properly sequence other pertinent secondary diagnoses; clarify diagnoses and operations in question through use of various reference materials; and assign appropriate classification codes for diagnosis.

Determine disease/data reportability based on diagnoses and other technical criteria and review, reconcile, abstract and code medical information from documents, medical abstracts, medical records, reports, on-line data, and follow-up data according to National Cancer Institute SEER Program and State Health Registry of Iowa guidelines.

Participate in quality control efforts.

Record data and maintain organized/efficient data files.

Initiate appropriate action to resolve discrepancies in data contained in abstracts and related materials.

Reviews non-medical information contained in abstracts to determine accuracy.

Maintain professional liaisons with hospitals, laboratories, physicians, local cancer programs and the public and staff.

Assist with the design and development of related forms, manuals, and reports.

Interpret medical diagnostic data and assist in the analysis of the data and writing of reports.

Ascertain cases for special studies.

Plan, organize and perform project record/data collection and retention.

Assist in the training of staff and students.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, CONT???D
Enforce and adhere to Registry confidentiality policies and procedures.

Participate in continuing education opportunities, staff meetings, weekly tumor conferences, and actively seek methods for professional improvement.

Assist in the administration of questionnaires and compiling the results.

Respond to requests for technical information from various public and private agencies and from individuals.

Operate copy machine, microfiche reader, microfilm reader/printer, and personal computer.

Occasional overnight travel.

RESEARCH ASST I SOCIAL SCI(RESEARCH ASSISTANT I)

Fri, 6 Jun 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Internal Medicine

Salary: $13,730.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

Job Duties:
To assist in the performance of a clinical research project that examines neurophysiological and motility testing of the gut as well as the gut-brain axis, drug pharmacokinetics and the effects of drugs on gastrointestinal motility and in the performance of biofeedback therapy in patients with constipation and irritable bowel syndrome. Gather information and assist in the preparation of tests, material for inclusion in reports; administer tests and/or questionnaires and compile results for patients; and to collect, tabulate and assist in the processing of data obtained.

RESEARCH ASST I SOCIAL SCI(TEMPORARY RESEARCH ASSISTANT I)

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Internal Medicine

Salary: $13,730.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

Job Duties:
To assist in the performance of clinical related research by gathering information and assisting in the preparation of material for inclusion in reports and educational materials. Assist with patient recruitment, interviews, consenting, study visits, data collection, data management and monitor all-going studies.

RESEARCH ASST I SOCIAL SCI(RESEARCH ASSISTANT I)

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Internal Medicine

Salary: $13,730.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

RESEARCH ASST I SOCIAL SCI

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Nursing

Salary: $17,113.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

Job Duties:
Assist in the performance of research by gathering data from medical records (abstraction) and enrolling and interviewing subjects and assisting in the preparation of material for summarizing research findings and inclusion in reports.

RESEARCH ASST II CLIN RES ASST(RESEARCH ASST II CLIN RES ASST)

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Neurosurgery

Salary: $32,157.00 - $64,133.00

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

Job Duties:
Conducts clinical trials within the parameters of the study protocols. Recruits research subjects and coordinates subject appointments; accumulates, records, evaluates and stores data; reviews case report forms and assists in protocol evaluation.

RESEARCH ASST II CLIN RES ASST(RESEARCH ASSISTANT II)

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Internal Medicine

Salary: $32,157.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

Job Duties:
Conduct clinical research within parameters of study protocols on diseases in the Department of Medicine through the Infectious Disease clinical research trials. To recruit research subjects, coordinate appointments; accumulate records, evaluate and store data; review case report forms, and assist in protocol development.

RESEARCH ASST II CLIN RES ASST

Fri, 1 Aug 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Epidemiology

Salary: $40,151.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: 09/08/2008

Job Duties:
BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

Conduct clinical trials within the parameters of the study protocols. Recruit research subjects and coordinate appointments. Accumulate, record, evaluate and store data. Review case report forms and assist in protocol evaluation.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary clinical research team to plan, deliver and evaluate the health care provided to research protocol participants.

Attend protocol meetings as required.

Organize clinic or study procedures and follow study participants and maintain records of their visits and interviews.

Possess a thorough understanding of the protocol.

Recruit and enroll participants, ensuring all the prerequisites are complete and conform to required parameters.

Explain the study to the participants and assist in obtaining consent to be
enrolled in protocol.

Counsel the participant and family regarding the intent of the study.

Prepare and present educational materials for participants and other staff to carry out protocol therapy as needed.

Administer assigned aspects of the various study components.

Disperse study-related medications per protocol.

Obtain and process human blood and tissue samples.

Communicate with study sponsors and/or contract research organizations about the status of the research project.

Responsible for collecting, assembling and mailing charts, bills, specimens, X-rays and slides.

Assist in the preparation of IRB forms and annual reviews.

Assist in determining the validity of data obtained from clinical studies.

Assist with preparing and writing research progress reports and summary data for inclusion in various reports for analysis and for submission to study sponsors or journals.

Follow universal precautions and general policies and procedures in accordance with university, collegiate, hospital and federal guidelines.

Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.

Perform other duties as assigned.

RESEARCH ASST II CLIN RES ASST

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Anesthesia

Salary: $32,157.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

Job Duties:
To conduct clinical research work, including contract clinical trials and data collection, within the parameters of study protocols. Recruits research subjects and coordinates subject appointments. Accumulates, records, coordinates, evaluates and stores data and prepares reports. Reviews case report forms and assists in protocol evaluation. Works with clinical research organizations to identify studies for conduct at the institution. Works closely with principal investigator and financial analyst to determine suitability of study and proposed budget. Collaborate with other health care professionals in the review of standards of care for Neurosurgery subarachnoid hemorrhage patients.

RESEARCH ASST II CLIN RES ASST(RESEARCH ASSISTANT STUDY COORDINATOR)

Wed, 6 Aug 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Radiology

Salary: $32,157.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: 09/03/2008

Job Duties:
Conduct imaging-based human research within the parameters of the study protocols. Recruit research subjects and
coordinate appointments. Accumulate record, evaluate and store data. Review case report forms and
assist in protocol evaluation.

RESEARCH ASST II NAT/HLTH SCI(RESEARCH ASSISTANT II)

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Internal Medicine

Salary: $32,157.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

Job Duties:
To conduct research and perform diagnostic tests on patients' blood samples, evaluate current procedures, to assist in judging the validity of the results obtained, to set up and operate various instruments necessary for these tests, to record and consolidate diagnostic and research data.

RESEARCH ASST II NAT/HLTH SCI(RESEARCH ASSISTANT II)

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Speech Pathology & Audiology

Salary: $15.00 - $20.00/hr

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

Job Duties:
Conduct experimental tests and procedures in a research laboratory for the Genetics of Specific Language Impairment (SLI) study; coordinate the processing, analysis and validity of data; perform lab management responsibilities.

RESEARCH ASST II SOCIAL SCI(RESEARCH ASSISTANT II)

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Biostatistics

Salary: $40,151.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: 09/03/2008

Job Duties:
Perform library and online research on specified topics, including researching current literature for methods and trends and subsequent evaluation of those methods.

Write research progress reports, including summarizing test results of participating investigators through formal reports, E-mails, and newsletters; and assist in the preparation of papers for publication.

Execute designated experiments, including the procurement of space, supplies and related equipment; coordinate the coding and editing of interviews and/or questionnaires; and contact coordinators and principal investigators to arrange for subjects participation in various study sessions.

Perform standard descriptive and analytical statistical computations, including chi-squares, correlations, standard errors and significance tests and translate and interpret statistical results and assist in the planning of data presentations; and organize and prepare data for computer analysis.

Select, apply and test standard methodologies, techniques and tools such as manuals, forms and questionnaires; and assist in the development and revision of routine operating procedures, including means of organizing new data.

Assist in judging the validity of data obtained and recommend additional tests and/or modifications.

RESEARCH ASST II SOCIAL SCI(ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESEARCH ASSISTANT/GIS TECHNICIAN)

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: State Archaeologist

Salary: $32,157.00 - $36,154.00

Advertising Ends On: 09/03/2008

Job Duties:
The University of Iowa Highway Archaeology Program at the Office of the State Archaeologist seeks a full-time professional Archaeological Research Assistant/GIS Technician. The Research Assistant will conduct fieldwork as an archaeological crew chief for studies in advance of proposed Iowa Department of Transportation projects, assisting staff project archaeologists in survey and site excavation, geographic information system (GIS) data collection, and graphics production. The position includes supervising hourly crew members on field and lab projects. The Research Assistant will organize technical aspects of archaeological research including global positioning system (GPS), GIS, and total station survey equipment and software. Office duties include managing GIS data; georeferencing and mosaicing digital maps; producing maps in electronic and print formats; preparing Iowa Site File data; overseeing artifact laboratory analysis; and synthesizing and summarizing existing archaeological, geological, and historical data in support of final report production.

RESEARCH ASST III CLIN RES CRD(RESEARCH ASSISTANT III)

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Internal Medicine

Salary: $37,624.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

Job Duties:
Participate in the design, execution, and control of Infectious Disease clinical research trials. To coordinate clinical trial protocols and procedures; processing and analysis of trials data and provide support to vaccine trials, human colonization trials and other trial related to infectious agents. Develop new and/or revised research methodologies.

RESEARCH ASST III NAT/HLTH SCI

Fri, 9 May 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Ophthalmology & Visual Science

Salary: $37,624.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: 09/12/2008

Job Duties:
To assist the Laboratory Director/Principal Investigator in the design, interpretation, and control of experiments in the morphology, biochemistry, molecular biology AND/OR cell culture sections of a multidisciplinary vision research laboratory. Other basic functions will be: to conduct experiments and to coordinate and supervise their execution by technicians, students, fellows, and other laboratory staff; to interpret and evaluate research data; to assist the laboratory director in grant proposal and manuscript preparation; to coordinate and supervise the financial administration of multiple federal and private sector grants; and to supervise laboratory staff and students.

Conduct, supervise and train laboratory personnel in the techniques employed in the specific functional unit of the laboratory. For morphology these include: light microscopy (immunohistochemistry, histochemistry, in situ hybridization), laser scanning confocal microscopy, transmission (routine, immunohistochemistry, freeze fracture) and scanning electron microscopy; animal surgery; and photography. For molecular biology these include: preparation of DNA and RNA from ocular tissues and blood; PCR and RT-PCR; electrophoresis; Northern and Southern blot analyses; DNA sequencing; construction of cDNA libraries (normalized, subtracted); in situ hybridization; SSCP; differential display techniques; gene expression analyses; and radiation hybrid analysis. For biochemistry these include: protein and lipid biochemical analyses, protein and lipid isolation and separation, subcellular fractionation, centrifugation, protein assays, SDS-PAGE, Western blot analysis, dot blot analysis, ELISA, chromatography (gel filtration, affinity, LPLC), enzyme activity assays, radiolabeling (in vitro and in vivo) and scintillation counting. For cell culture these include: isolation, maintenance, and propagation of cell lines, lymphocyte proliferation assays, assay/drug screening development, cloning, and co-culture experiments. Will also record lab data; maintain supply inventories and interface with Macintosh and PC computers. Experience with, or demonstrable exposure to, a majority of techniques within any given functional laboratory area is highly desirable.

Design experiments and coordinate responsibilities for the appropriate section of the laboratory among Research Assistants, fellows, residents, visiting scientists and students, and interpret and evaluate results as they are obtained.

Assist the Laboratory Director/Principal Investigator in compilation and evaluation of data, and preparation of manuscripts for publication in scientific journals, presentations and grant proposals.

Assist the Laboratory Director/Principal Investigator in choosing new instruments and protocols for the laboratory and oversee maintenance of existing instruments.

Assist in processing and maintaining a large repository of human donor eyes, sera, and blood.

Participate in the acquisition of eyes from human donors on an on-call basis.

Assist the Laboratory Director/Principal Investigator in coordination of grant administration and renewal, and purchase of equipment and reagents.

Supervise technical, clerical and student employees, and direct the flow of personnel within the laboratory. Assist the Laboratory Director/Principal Investigator in evaluating personnel requirements and candidates.

RESEARCH ASST III NAT/HLTH SCI(RESEARCH ASSISTANT III)

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Physiology

Salary: $37,624.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: 09/01/2009

Job Duties:
To assist the Laboratory Director/PI in the design and execution of research aimed at identifying the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying prostate cancer progression and metastasis. To conduct both in vivo and in vitro experiments, manage and coordinate activities necessary for the support of research of the entire lab, participate in the analysis and presentation of data, and develop ongoing and new research goals.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Independently and in collaboration with the PI, postdoctoral scholars, graduate students and undergraduate students design and execute in vivo and in vitro studies including: animal models of metastasis involving surgical procedures and the use of small animal imaging equipment, mammalian cell tissue culture, molecular biological techniques including DNA, RNA, and protein analysis, and histological analysis of tissue specimens.
Critically evaluate current literature and adapt evolving understanding of cancer biology and technology to the objectives described above.
Coordinate the research activities of laboratory personnel including: shared usage and maintenance of equipment, routine procurement of general laboratory supplies, development and maintenance of experimental protocols and regulatory filings, animal procurement and colony management, and provide orientation and instruction on general and technical laboratory procedures to other laboratory staff.
Coordinate and execute the shipment of various biological reagents (antibodies, cells and cDNAs) as well as animal models to collaborating laboratories worldwide; relay salient technical information regarding creation or usage of these reagents and animals.
Organize and present laboratory data at internal and external scientific meetings. Prepare data for publications and assist the Laboratory Director/PI in the preparation of extramural grant proposals.
Participate in the development of general goals for the research project and in the planning of the laboratory work plan.
Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public
Demonstrate respect for all members of the University community in the course of performing one???s duties and in response to administrators, supervisors, coworkers, and customers.
Welcome the richness of talent from a diverse workforce and recognizes that diversity brings stimulation, challenge, and energy that contribute to a productive and effective workplace.
Represent the interests of the University and of unit leadership in the use of resources to meet service and productivity demands within unit goals and budgets; strives to promote continual process and quality improvement.
Seek opportunities to enhance one's own professional knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to one's current position and/or to prepare for potential future roles and overall career development.

RESEARCH ASST III SOCIAL SCI

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Iowa Testing Programs

Salary: $37,624.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: 09/03/2008

Job Duties:
Participate in the design, execution, and analysis of research projects using standardized achievement testing data. Coordinate the processing, analysis, and reporting of test data for Iowa Testing Programs.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain methods for analysis of achievement test data using SAS computer software.
Participate in the development of general goals for test development research. Work with project leaders, faculty, staff, and graduate students to carry out specific research projects.
Work with external agencies to devise electronic delivery systems for data transfers and reporting.
Prepare, apply, and assess standard methodologies and tools such as test score conversion tables and item norms tables; develop routine operating procedures, including means of organizing new data and derived scores.
Provide oversight to ensure that data are complete and accurate in reports, files, and databases.
Prepare data analytic reports for use with the Iowa Testing Programs. Interpret and present the results of data analysis for faculty and staff of the Iowa Testing Programs, the Iowa Department of Education, and other external audiences.
Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, and the public.
Demonstrate respect for all members of the University community in the course of performing ones duties and in response to administrators, supervisors, co-workers, and customers.
Welcome the richness of talent from a diverse workforce and recognize that diversity brings stimulation, challenge, and energy that contribute to a productive and effective workplace.
Represent the interests of the University and unit leadership in the use of resources to meet the service and productivity demands of the unit goals and budgets; strive to promote continual process and quality improvement.
Seek opportunities to enhance professional skills through education and participation in professional activities and prepare for potential future roles and overall career development.