Research Associate II (L,P,S)
Research Associate II (L,P,S)
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Position Function:
The John C. Stennis Institute of Government and Community Development at Mississippi State University is seeking a Research Associate II with a specialization in human resources management and associated practices in local and state entities. The Research Associate will conduct applied research and policy analysis in the areas of human resources management salary and compensation studies and public administration. This position is designed for an individual with strong analytical skills a background in HR and organizational practices and experience working with public policy issues at the state or local level. The Research Associate will contribute to research design data collection analysis and the development of policy briefs and reports for government agencies nonprofits and other stakeholders.
Salary Grade:13
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC these positions are Unclassified and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
The John C. Stennis Institute of Government and Community Development (Stennis Institute) is a public service training and applied research unit at Mississippi State University with its main office located on the Starkville MS campus. The Stennis Institute performs a threefold mission: (1) to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Mississippi state and local governments through basic and applied research training technical assistance service and community/economic development activities; (2) to provide technical assistance and research for both rural development in Mississippi and regional activities in the Southeast; and (3) to promote civic education and citizen involvement in the political process. The Stennis Institute has a presence in several locations across the state and is a leader in public service executive training and local government research and outreach.
Area of Specialization:
Human Resource Management
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate should have experience in human resources management literature and practice at the local and/or state level with experience in conducting policy research and/or applied practical projects. Additionally the successful candidate will have a working knowledge of pay and compensation structures within local and state entities with a history of successful project delivery.
The following examples are intended as illustrations of only some of the various types of duties assigned to positions allocated in this classification. The absence of specific statements of duties does not exclude those tasks from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment of the position.
Conduct applied research on human resources management best practices compensation studies and related workforce issues.
Design and implement salary surveys job classification analyses and compensation benchmarking projects.
Analyze policies regulations and trends affecting HR practices and public administration.
Prepare written reports policy briefs and presentations for decision-makers practitioners and the public.
Collaborate with government agencies community organizations and academic partners on workforce and public policy initiatives.
Identify and pursue external funding opportunities including grants and contracts to support HR and policy-related research.
Present findings at conferences workshops and meetings with professional associations and stakeholders.
Support the development of training materials workshops or technical assistance sessions related to HR best practices and public sector workforce issues.
Effectively utilize the talents of other staff and available local resources for successful program delivery.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Beginning with a bachelors degree in Human Resources Management Public Administration Public Policy Industrial/Organizational Psychology:
To begin at the Research Associate II level one must have a bachelors degree and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and the equivalent of a masters degree.
Beginning with a masters degree in Human Resources Management Public Administration Public Policy Industrial/Organizational Psychology:
A professional employee with a masters degree and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience and demonstrated competence can begin work at the Research Associate II level.
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctorate in Human Resources Management Public Administration Public Policy or Industrial/Organizational Psychology.
Masters Degree and at least 1 year of professional experience in HR management compensation and pay studies and/or applied public policy research.
Demonstrated experience with quantitative and qualitative research methods data analysis and survey design.
Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to present technical findings in accessible ways.
Familiarity with federal state and local policies affecting public sector human resources.
Ability to manage multiple projects meet deadlines and work both independently and collaboratively.
Experience conducting large-scale salary and compensation studies.
Knowledge of classification systems and job evaluation methodologies.
Grant writing and sponsored project development experience.
Ability to translate research findings into actionable policy recommendations.
Five years professional experience actively engaged in working with local communities.
Experience with statistical software (e.g. SPSS R Stata or similar) and data visualization tools is preferred.
Experience with professional writing and editing
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Must be highly motivated politically neutral and must inspire trust throughout the university as well as in dealing with community leadership citizens agency officials and other external interests.
Skill in writing technical information program reports policy briefs and research reports.
Skill in planning and controlling complex assignments.
Skill in public speaking and making effective oral and written presentations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships addressing complex challenges.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
This is a full-time benefitted position with a primary duty station at the Mississippi State University campus in Starkville. This position reports to the Executive Director. As a benefitted MSU employee this position is eligible to take up to 6 credit hours of courses for free per semester and could use this benefit to obtain a graduate degree (pending supervisor approval and admission into a graduate program). Travel to various locations throughout the state will be required at times. Limited physical effort (basic office operations) required. No direct exposure to physical risk.
At this time MSU is unable to offer H-1B visa sponsorship for this role. This applies until further notice.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: must apply online at and attach a cover letter current resume or curriculum vitae and three references.
Restricted Clause:
Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment programs or activities based on race color ethnicity sex pregnancy religion national origin disability age sexual orientation genetic information status as a U.S. veteran or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance 231 Famous Maroon Band Street P.O. 6044 Mississippi State MS 39762 .
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
