28843BR

Job Title:

Assistant Research Professor

Department:

Bureau of Child Research

Primary Campus:

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

Job Description:

Research (90%):

50% - Research Grant Implementation and Management

Contribute to the implementation of existing, funded research projects in the areas of self-determination assessment and intervention, transition, teacher training, and inclusive research and training. Lead implementation and supervise staff and student tasks and activities as applicable to support timely research project implementation.

• Lead regular research project meetings, including overseeing the development of meeting agenda/notes, in accessible and inclusive ways

• Support recruitment activities for research projects with support from professional staff and students

• Oversee and deliver trainings, coaching, and all aspects of development and implemenation, aligned with research projects goals

• Supervise the work of professional staff and students supporting research project goals

• Secure Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval when appropriate and ensure that research integrity policies are followed for all research involving human subjects

• Prepare and submit progress reports to federal, state, and other funding agencies

• Implement the priorities of the KUCDD director and other KUCDD PIs and advance a highly collaborative research team

25% - Research Grant Development

Support and increasingly lead development of grant proposals to support research activities relevant to the mission of KUCDD, including preparation of all required elements for federal or other grant applications.

• Develop research questions and other narrative components

• Work with staff statisticians to select appropriate research designs and statistical techniques, prepare methods and analysis plans

• Establish research partnerships to solicit letters of support as required

• Coordinate input from resource teams within the KU Life Span Institute (project development, finance and planning, communication) during grant preparation

• Strengthen existing research partnerships within LSI and with other KU units, build new relationships with community partners to support development of cooperative grant applications, and integrate inclusive research into grant development

15% - Dissemination of Research Finding:

• Write and support the writing of technical reports, peer-reviewed journal articles, or other manuscripts related to research project activities and analyses

• Disseminate and present findings and research activities at local, state, and national meetings and conferences

• Engage in innovative dissemination that focuses on inclusive practices and engaging with end-users

Service (10%):

10%- Service

• Provide service to KUCDD, profession, university, and community/public

• Engage and participate in community, state, and national meetings or groups that focus on self-determination, community engagement, asset-building, transition to post-secondary education and employment, or supports needs assessment

• Participate in at least one professional association as a member and in association operations

• Provide service to the field as a reviewer of research publications and consultant for government agencies and foundations and other funding agencies

• Provide consultation or educational support to local community groups or agencies

• Participate in KUCDD Leadership Team meetings and events, and provide committee leadership for KUCDD committees

Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :

28843BR

Disclaimer:

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Conditions of Employment:

Contingent on Funding

Contact Information to Applicants:

Karrie Shogren, Ph.D.

Director, KU Center on Developmental Disabilities (KUCDD)

shogren@ku.edu

Position Number:

00206688

Required Qualifications:

1. PhD degree in education (special education or educational psychology) or other related discipline (e.g., social work, psychology, public policy).

2. Three years research experience with research and publication record in areas such as or related to: self-determination assessment and instruction, transition, and inclusive research as evidenced in application materials.

3. Three years experience participating in grant development and submissions as evidenced in application materials.

4. Three years experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders (e.g., researchers, community members, people with disabilities) as indicated by application materials.

5. Demonstrated strong professional writing skills, including research reports, peer-reviewed research articles, other print and electronic publications and experience presenting at conferences and professional meetings as indicated by application materials.

Employee Class:

A-Unclassified Academic Staff

Advertised Salary Range:

Commensurate with education and experience

FTE:

1.0

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Demonstrated expertise in grant implementation, self-determination instruction, training, adult learning, and education for disability professionals as evidenced in application materials.

2. Demonstrated knowledge and interest in self-determination research as evidenced by application materials and previous work experience.

3. Two years experience in managing large scale research projects including communication about milestones as evidenced in application materials.

4. Two years experience participating in and contributing to approaches to training and research that use interdisciplinary teams and varied perspectives as evidenced in application materials.

5. Two years supervising an array of project staff, including education program specialists, project coordinators, doctoral students, and student employees as demonstrated by previous work experience.

6. Work experience that demonstrates strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills, as demonstrated by previous work experience.

7. Experience working with research teams that include people with disabilities, as evidenced by previous work experience.

Position Overview:

The Kansas University Center on Developmental Disabilities (KUCDD) is searching for an Assistant Research Professor to advance research on self-determination interventions in education and community contexts for people with disabilities. KUCDD is recognized as a leading research center in the field of disability. KUCDD implements and conducts grant-funded projects focusing on (a) applied research on effective assessment and intervention practices with a particular focus on self-determination, transition to employment, supported decision making and (b) advancing inclusive research. KUCDD is part of the Life Span Institute (LSI), a leading research unit at the University of Kansas. As a University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, the core functions of the KUCDD are:

• Community Services (including technical assistance, community education, and direct services)

• Information Dissemination

• Interdisciplinary Training

• Research

KUCDD is committed to fostering a supportive research and educational environment for all faculty, staff, and students. This position is located at the University of Kansas-Lawrence, and hybrid or remote options may be available although in-person is strongly preferred.

Under the supervision of the Director of KUCDD and other KUCDD Faculty, the Assistant Research Professor will advance the research and training missions of KUCDD, with a particular focus on implementing and scaling up effective self-determination research. This position will support implementing current grants and fee-for service activities and seeking future grant, training, and partnership opportunities to advance self-determination research, training and practice. The position will also author or co-author scientific papers and support innovative dissemination products. A wide range of research projects and contracts will be supported by the position, including:

• Large-scale training and grant implementation for research on self-determination interventions to support youth and young adults to engage in goal setting, action planning, and self-evaluation activities

• Community-based, inclusive research with young adults and adults with intellectual and development disabilities to support decision making, self-determination, and employment

• Research focused on supporting and scaling up the implementation of evidence-based interventions, aligned with the tenets of implementation science

The position may also teach courses or engage in ongoing technical assistance for in-service education for disability professionals, including teachers. The ideal candidate will demonstrate an in-depth knowledge and interest in disability, self-determination, and inclusive research.

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate, and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.

Reg/Temp:

Regular

Application Review Begins:

25-Sep-2024

Anticipated Start Date:

01-Aug-2025

Additional Candidate Instruction:

A complete online application consists of:

• CV/Resume

• Cover Letter describing how the required and preferred qualifications are met. Please also indicate how you see your skills and experience contributing to research at KUCDD.

• Three professional references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

• Application review begins September 25, 2024, and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is received. For best consideration please apply by the review date.