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Graduate Research Fellow

Nashville, TN · On-site

... or education policy Preferred Qualifications Graduate classes in education policy or data analysis Experience with policy and research studies Interest in higher education policy Knowledge, Skills ...

PHEAA

Policy Research Analyst

Harrisburg, PA · On-site

$71K/yr

... higher education. Give back tomorrow by joining us today! This role employs advanced statistical ... Use analytical techniques, such as linear and logistic regression, to answer research/policy ...

Pheaa

Policy Research Analyst

Harrisburg, PA · Hybrid

$71K/yr

... higher education. Give back tomorrow by joining us today! This role employs advanced statistical ... Use analytical techniques, such as linear and logistic regression, to answer research/policy ...

National Education Association (NEA)

$20/hr

These experiences may include conducting research; data analysis; writing, editing, using Internet ... Education Policy Intern Assignments: Interns will work on a variety of projects, depending on their ...

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Graduate Research Fellow

The Tennessee Board of Regents

Nashville, TN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Title: Temp Hourly Policy & Strategy
Employee Classification: Other
Institution: System Office
Department: Policy & Strategy
Campus Location: Tennessee Board of Regents System Office
Job Summary
TBR-The College System of Tennessee serves community colleges and technical colleges across the state. The Office of Research and Innovation works at the front lines of TBR's efforts to develop insights into student success through data analysis, policy research, and innovation.
Through the Office of Research and Innovation, TBR turns research findings into actionable information to support postsecondary access and success. Within this team, the TBR Policy Lab leads research about the effects of state and system policy on student outcomes. The TBR Policy Lab currently leads projects about corequisite learning support, dual enrollment, transfer pathways to universities, and employment outcomes for graduates of TBR colleges. The TBR Policy Lab also collaborates closely with the TBR Innovation Lab, which leads the design, implementation, and evaluation of projects to improve student success.
The Graduate Research Fellow will also collaborate with Research and Innovation team members, participate in research projects, and attend systemwide meetings. The Fellow will also have the opportunity to develop skills in policy research (e.g., drafting policy memos, contributing to working research papers, attending legislative sessions), data analysis (e.g., Stata, SQL, PowerBI), and research design.
Job Duties
  • 30% - Conduct data analyses about enrollment and success trends or the impact of system initiatives on student success at TBR colleges - (Essential)
  • 40% - Write reports, create presentations, and present research findings for the Office of Research and Innovation - (Essential)
  • 20% - Attend and assist staff at TBR meetings and events - (Essential)
  • 10% - Other duties as assigned. - (Marginal)

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Familiarity with data analysis or education policy
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate classes in education policy or data analysis
Experience with policy and research studies
Interest in higher education policy
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Professional, trustworthy, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
Proficiency in data analysis or willingness to expand skill set with data analysis software.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or related tools.
Physical Demands / Working Conditions
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