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University of Missouri - Kansas City

Institute for Human Development

Office of Research and Evaluation

The UMKC Institute for Human Development (IHD) is an appliedresearch and training center for human services designed toexemplify the University’s goals of engaged scholarship andcommunity partnerships. Its functions include interdisciplinarytraining, applied research, community program development andinformation dissemination.

For more information about the Institute of Human Development,visit: https://ihd.umkc.edu/

UMKC is rated R1 by the Carnegie Research Classification ofInstitutions of Higher Education.

The IHD is seeking a Research & Evaluation Coordinator (SeniorResearch Assistant) to support the Office of Research &Evaluation (R&E). The R&E Office provides centralizedresearch, evaluation, data, and learning support acrossorganizational centers and initiatives, helping strengthendata-informed decision-making, program improvement, strategicgrowth, dissemination activities, and organizational impact. TheCoordinator will also support research and evaluation projects bycoordinating data collection and reporting, managing projectworkflows, assisting with dissemination, and facilitatingcollaboration among internal and external stakeholders. Theposition works closely with the Director of Research &Evaluation and other R&E staff, program staff, researchers,evaluators, and community partners to support high-quality researchand evaluation activities across the organization.

• Coordinate day-to-day operations and activities of the Officeof Research & Evaluation (R&E).
• Manage the R&E Office intake, consultation, and projectrequest process, connecting teams with appropriate research andevaluation support.
• Coordinate and support research, evaluation, and technicalassistance activities for internal and external partners.
• Manage NIRS data collection, quality assurance, reporting, andoutcome tracking.
• Maintain research and evaluation tools, templates, protocols,and other shared resources.
• Coordinate research, evaluation, and data activities acrossmultiple projects and programs.
• Support program evaluation, continuous quality improvement(CQI), and organizational learning initiatives.
• Assist with IRB submissions, research compliance activities,and grant reporting requirements.
• Prepare and coordinate reports, presentations, publications,dashboards, and other dissemination products. Support grantproposal development, evaluation planning, logic model development,and related data activities. Build and maintain collaborativerelationships with program teams, community partners, and otherstakeholders.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of organizationalresearch and evaluation infrastructure.

The successful candidate will demonstrate relevant training andexperience that provides the following knowledge, abilities, andskills:

• Highly organized with strong project management andcoordination skills.
• Collaborative and relationship-oriented, with excellentinterpersonal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and committed to high-quality work.
• Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn new research andevaluation approaches.
• Able to translate complex information into practical,user-friendly products and recommendations
• Demonstrated experience or equivalent knowledge and skills, andrelevant experience working with grants, research projects, data,and program evaluation are desirable.

• May require travel.
• Is grant-funded and contingent on continued funding.
• 100% in person.

This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefit-eligible,unranked/non-tenure track academic position

Master’s degree, three years of relevant experience or a similartype of experience.

Area of study in social work, public health, informatics, andsocial science, or related fields.

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been establishedas $72,000 to $78,000/year.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but notlimited to, the individual’s particular combination of education,skills, and experience, as well as organizationalrequirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans,and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may beshared with all faculty in the prospective home department. Foraffiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared withall faculty in all departments involved.

Position will remain open until filled.

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for thisposition.

Kansas City offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, urbancommunity with Midwestern appeal. The city’s rich history and itsmodern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclecticgroup of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone.From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife,casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will haveno problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City’sbiggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famousbarbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene foundthroughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizzajoints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.

UMKC’s campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all theaction. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary CountryClub Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch orafter-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods andeateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown nearUniversity Health Truman Medical Center and Children’s MercyHospital.

UMKC is proud to be “Kansas City’s university,” and the campus andits people celebrate all the characteristics of the surroundingcommunity. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find moreresources, visit VisitKC.com.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of yourtotal compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefitspackage, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. Foradditional information on University benefits, please visit theFaculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity& Title IX at 816-235-6910.