University of Mississippi Senior Research Associate / University, MS in Oxford, Mississippi
This Position is for a Senior Research Associate with a public university work location in Oxford, MS.
Position Description
The Center for Population Studies and State Data Center of Mississippi at the University of Mississippi invite applications for a Senior Research Associate, beginning Fall or Winter 2024. We seek a researcher/scholar to support the demographic and outreach mission of the Centers. Specifically, we invite applications from individuals with expertise and an interest in working with staff, non-profit, local, state, and federal organizations on research projects related to Mississippi's demographic characteristics, population change, population projections, data collection, and cleaning.
About UM Center for Population Studies and State Data Center of Mississippi
The Center for Population Studies (CPS) educates, conducts research, and engages in public outreach concerning population issues and is the lead agency for the State Data Center (SDC) of Mississippi. CPS works closely with faculty, government and non-profit agencies, and community organizations across the State and has a 40-year history of helping Mississippians access, use, and interpret public data for the purposes of local development.
The SDC exists through a collaborative agreement established in the late 1970s between UM, the State of MS, and the US Census Bureau and provides outreach, technical assistance, and dissemination of public data, particularly concerning population characteristics and change. Much of this work is conducted in partnership with the SDC Affiliates network across the state, including planning and development districts.
Responsibilities:
1. Working knowledge of population projection methodology.
2. Act as a liaison between the State Data Center (SDC) and the United States Census Bureau.
3. Manage and lead SDC Affiliates workshops or activities.
4. Assist in Census data collection, outreach, and reporting, including participation in the Census CRO.
5. Engage in independent research and publish academic research.
6. Produce public-facing publications on relevant population trends to Mississippi and your own research interest.
7. Supervise a research team including research associates, graduate, and undergraduate students.
Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
1. Detailed knowledge and experience using demographic concepts and techniques, statistics, and methods independently.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of U.S. Census Bureau and other population-related data sources.
3. Experience or interest in writing peer-reviewed publications.
4. Highly proficient programming skills (your choice of statistical packages, and ArcGIS/QGIS). Senior-level skills with Microsoft Office products; Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
5. Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills (both technical and non-technical).
6. Ability to present and communicate demographic concepts, procedures, and information to lay and professional audiences.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree and five (5) years of related research experience developing, maintaining, and analyzing matters relevant to research projects; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualification:
Ph.D. in Demography, Applied Demography, Sociology, Statistics, or a closely related discipline.
Interview Requirements:
Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
EEO Statement:
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
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