Assistant or Associate in Research, 12 Month Salaried (The Village at FCRR)
Florida State University

Job Info

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Job Title: Assistant or Associate in Research, 12 Month Salaried (The Village at FCRR)
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 57427
Department

This position is with The Florida Center for Reading Research, located in Innovation Park at 2010 Levy Avenue.

The Florida Center for Reading Research (FCRR) conducts primary research on reading and reading related issues, while also translating research to support the uptake and use of evidence-based practices in schools and communities. FCRR accomplishes these activities through several active research projects and through robust partnerships with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

The candidate in this position will work with faculty, staff, and students within The Village at FCRR, and school and community partners to develop and implement a research, dissemination, and engagement agenda that is responsive to the needs of specific, targeted communities and stakeholders.

This is an Assistant or Associate in Research specialized faculty position. Primary responsibilities for this position will include contributing to the development, design, delivery, and dissemination of evidence-based and evidence-informed training and technical assistance for projects within The Village.

The candidate will join a diverse, interdisciplinary group of colleagues and students at FCRR. Drawing from multiple disciplines, FCRR investigates all aspects of reading and reading-related skills across the lifespan. Through rigorous and robust research, innovation, and engagement, FCRR advances the science of reading to improve learning and achievement from birth through adulthood. The successful candidate will have opportunities to contribute to activities across FCRR, including collaborating on research projects, partnerships with local schools and communities, and supporting undergraduate and graduate student training.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Leading various multi-year, interdisciplinary training, technical assistance, and engagement projects conducted in partnership with local and state educational agencies and community-based organizations.

Developing and designing trainings, tools, and materials that can be delivered in various formats (e.g., workshops, webinars, courses, print media) and modalities (e.g., online, face to face, hybrid) to a variety of audiences (e.g., teachers, families, clinicians, community members, policymakers).

Mentoring and supervising undergraduate and graduate students. This position will also support research, evaluation, engagement, and grant seeking activities within The Village.

Candidates are encouraged to view expectations for Assistant and Associate in Research specialized faculty positions at FCRR.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a demonstrated record of achievement in the following areas:

• Master's degree in reading, language, literacy, or related area (e.g., education, psychology, communication science and disorders) or highest level terminal degree.
• Teaching certification, endorsement, and/or advanced training in reading, language, literacy, or related area is required (e.g., teacher certification in elementary middle, or secondary education levels, exceptional student education, or reading education; certification in speech language impairment; endorsements in ESOL or Reading).
• Demonstrated experience providing reading, language, and literacy instruction to students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grades (e.g., classroom teacher, special education teacher, speech language pathologist, reading interventionist, reading specialist).
• Demonstrated experience in a position that supports educators providing reading, language, and literacy instruction to students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grades (e.g., lead teacher, reading/instructional coach, principal/assistant principal).
• Demonstrated experience in project management or leadership position.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition, the following experiences and expertise are preferred:

• PhD or EdD in reading or reading-related field (e.g., education, psychology, communication science and disorders).
• Five or more years of experience providing reading, language, and literacy instruction to students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grades (e.g., classroom teacher, special education teacher, speech language pathologist, reading interventionist, reading specialist).
• Five or more years of experience in a position that supports educators providing reading, language, and literacy instruction to students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grades (e.g., lead teacher, reading/instructional coach, principal/assistant principal).
• Two or more years of experience in project management or leadership position.
• Two or more years of experience disseminating and communicating research- and evidence-based practices, results, and other information in multiple formats to diverse stakeholders, including academic researchers, teachers, community partners, policymakers, funders, and parents/families.
• Experience leading and managing training and technical assistance projects, including planning, organizing, and hosting events with diverse stakeholder groups; supervision of staff; and working on research teams within university-based settings.
• Experience developing, implementing, and/or sustaining research-practice partnerships between a university and a community partner.
• Experience developing and/or using innovative programming and communication approaches to disseminate research evidence to non-academic audiences.
• Experience in developing and using data management, data coding, and data analyses systems and software (e.g., FileMaker, RedCap, NVivo, SPSS, R, Qualtrics).
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively to accomplish assigned tasks and deliverables on time with minimal error and minimal supervision.
• Experience using Microsoft Office suite of collaboration tools, including SharePoint and Teams.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• We welcome applicants with specific expertise in reading, language, and literacy for children from preschool through 12th grade, including students who may be more likely to experience difficulty with school achievement and school success, including students with disabilities, students growing up in under-resourced and marginalized communities, and students for whom the language of instruction is not their native or primary language.
  

Contact Info

Nicole Patton Terry, Ph.D.

npattonterry@fsu.edu

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

Learn more about our university and campuses.

Anticipated Salary Range

$55,000 to $70,000 annually, commensurate with education, experience, and level of the position.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Completed applications should also include:

• A cover letter detailing interests, noting alignment with this position.
• Curriculum vitae or resume.
• Contact information for three professional references.

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This is not a remote position. Candidates should expect to be physically in the office and available during standard business hours through email, TEAMS, ZOOM, and phone. This position is based in Tallahassee at the Florida Center for Reading Research and is eligible for a hybrid work schedule up to 2 days per week; however, telecommuting arrangements may be modified to support projects and/or work productivity.

Candidates should also expect to work on some evenings and weekends and to travel within the region, only as needed, to support projects and activities.

Full consideration will be given to complete applications received by April 13, 2024, but screening will continue until the position is filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.

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