Salary : Commensurate with experience

Description:

The Education Research Center in the College of Education, Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, seeks a research scientist.

For this non-tenure track, non-promotion eligible faculty track position we welcome applicants who are interested in engaging in research related, broadly, to education policy in Texas. Priority will be placed on candidates who have strengths in the following areas: Developing statistical models, including advanced statistical analysis and predictive solutions; ensuring projects comply with state and center regulations guidelines; managing large complex restricted access data sets using statistical tools and databases; and composing technical documentation and present results to various board audiences.

Our university is located in the heart of Houston, Texas, the nation’s fourth largest city. This metropolitan area offers scholars rich urban and suburban environments in which to work and live. The University of Houston, with one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation, seeks to recruit and retain a diverse community of scholars. Within that context, our department prides itself on the multiple forms of diversity embraced and valued as strengths by our students, staff, faculty, and community.

The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications : Competitive applicants are expected to hold a terminal degree in a related field.