Visiting Research Scientist, FRC

Duties Responsibilities Active Research Activities Assist project teams in the development of analysis techniques for quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods data. Participate in data collection, management, and analysis for Center-based and collaborative projects that include quantitative (e.g., surveys, cognitive, and physiological assessments), qualitative, mixed methods, empowerment evaluation, community-based participatory, and youth participatory action research approaches. Participate and engage in existing and planned research at FRC, on campus, and in the community. Apply analytic strategies to solve wicked problems and to develop innovative solutions. Serve as Principal Investigator (PI), Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI), and Co-Investigator (Co-I) on research projects. Support Research Activities Support, build, and operate data management systems. Provide support for data collection and management needs to community organizations collaborating with the FRC, as needed. Collaborate with research groups in the pursuit of a common vision, missions, values, and goals. Scholarly Activities Lead and contribute to research articles for peer-reviewed journals. Keep abreast of developments in the field to assist in writing technical reports, conference, and journal papers (as appropriate) and review scientific papers and proposals (as appropriate). Collaborate on grant proposals and assist with other aspects of proposal preparation. Apply for and be awarded external funding. Professional Development Maintain and improve professional development competence related to FRC initiatives by attending seminars and colloquia at FRC, U of I, and elsewhere as appropriate. Represent FRC in meetings and conferences by presenting papers, workshops, trainings, talks, and posters. Develop and contribute to trainings for community partners, faculty, students, and staff. Other duties as assigned.