Research Project Director
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Job Location:
Lawrence, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
50% -ATLASTeacherSupportBusiness Development
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Work Schedule
40 hours/week Monday-Friday 8 am-5 pm CST
Contact Information to Applicants
ATLAS HR
Position Overview
Accessible Teaching Learning and Assessment Systems (ATLAS) a research center at the University of Kansas (KU) is seeking a Research Project Director to oversee and lead the design planning implementation and promotion of projects products and business strategies around teacher professional learning and support focused on assessment instruction and student outcomes for struggling learners and students with disabilities including those served by the Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) Alternate Assessment System. Additional responsibilities include assisting state education agency staff with DLM implementation delivering training and technical assistance on assessment implementation developing project documentation collaborating with research and psychometrics staff test development staff ATLAS special projects and other duties as assigned. Potential projects include overseeing the development and implementation of a teacher summer institute and the implementation and support of teacher coaching products. Critical to the role is theability to communicate effectively work collaboratively with colleagues and be responsive to project product and state partner needs. The successful candidate has a proven ability to independently manage complex projects across multiple staff members handle competing priorities and deadlines and work with a variety of audiences.
ATLAS promotes learning and improved outcomes for all students with a focus on students with disabilities and struggling learners. ATLAS creates technology-based learning and assessment systems that are accessible and academically rigorous. Dynamic research on skill development assessment design and teacher professional development informs the centers map-based learning systems.
With a diverse portfolio of grant-funded research projects and operational alternate assessments ATLAS is a leader in educational research and innovation. ATLAS drives progress through partnerships and collaborations with organizations that share its focus and commitment.
ATLAS is committed to creating policies and practices that foster a culture in which all employees feel they belong and can succeed.
Visit the ATLAS website to learn how the center improves the learning landscape for all students.
KU employees have great benefits!
KUs excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences perspectives and backgrounds of our faculty staff students and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each others success. We foster a culture of care where each person is valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.
KU is not able to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
Due to complex state employment laws the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states: California Delaware Idaho and Minnesota. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.
Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete application consists of:
Candidates selected forinterviewwill be required to prepare and provide a brief presentation that addresses their past research.
Application review begins Monday March 16th. For consideration please apply no later than Sunday March 15th.
50% -ATLASTeacherSupportBusiness Development
- Direct the implementation of the ATLAS Teacher Supportproduct line business strategy
- Direct the evaluation of proposed teacher learning and support productsfor market viability.
- Conduct product market reviews and partner with entities for market research and studies for proposed teacher learning and support products
- Direct and lead thedesign anddevelopment of teacher support products
- Plan and implementteacher learning and support product events such as institutes.
- Identifyannualscope of work for state contracts.
- Monitor deliverables and timelines.
- Work with states to identify solutions to specific legislative or policy guidelinesin order tocomplete project scope.
- Provide technicalassistancerecommendationsand leadership to state education agencies with the implementation process of the DLM assessments system including evaluation of state readiness and training needs communication and strategic planning with multiple project partners problem-solving implementation challenges.
- Facilitate group meetings of states to lead decision-making on consortium-level implementation;present atandparticipatein DLM governance calls and meetings.
- Convene advisory teams and core partner groups to discuss lead and implement projectplanin conjunction with project scope and guidelines at the state and district levels.
- Conduct on-site and/or virtual visits to meet with state-level leadership teams; train key implementation personnel at the state regional and/or district levels; and collect data.
- Collaborate with test development technology and research staff on assessment system design.
- Provide guidance to project managers and research project coordinators on consortium-wide and state-specific tasks.
- Manage and develop team members. Activities may include:
- Model and foster an intentionally respectful and inclusive work environment.
- Provide leadership guidance and technicalassistanceto staff to complete the portfolio of work.
- Serve as a mentor toprovideproject management advice and support to teams and staff.
- Cultivate professional growth for teams and individuals including recommending formal training programsadvocate forcareer options within ATLAS and KU and offer individual and team coaching.
- Evaluate staffing levels and make recommendations for hiring skills training and redistribution of workload.
- Assistwith internal processes and/orparticipateas a subject matter expert (SME) on projects (Collaborative Project Management)
- Work collaboratively with multiple project partners to proactivelyidentifychallenges and recommend program solutions.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Work Schedule
40 hours/week Monday-Friday 8 am-5 pm CST
Contact Information to Applicants
ATLAS HR
- Bachelors degree in education or closely related field and six(6) or more years of experience in educational assessment -OR- Masters degree and three(3) or more years of experience in educational assessment
- One (1) year prior experience working in or with a state education agency
- One (1) year experience of alternate assessments based on alternate achievement standards
- Effective written and interpersonal communication skills for a variety of audiences including technical policy andgeneral publicasevidencedin application materials
- Masters degree in EducationalAssessment or Special Education
- Experience working with students with significant cognitive disabilities
- Experience providing training or professional development to special educators on alternate assessment and/or instruction
- Project management experienceas evidenced by application materials
- Record of excellent customer service to clients inpreviouswork environmentsas evidenced by application materials
- Demonstrated ability to be flexible and accountable manage conflicting responsibilities and prioritize tasks and processes asevidencedin application materials and work history
Position Overview
Accessible Teaching Learning and Assessment Systems (ATLAS) a research center at the University of Kansas (KU) is seeking a Research Project Director to oversee and lead the design planning implementation and promotion of projects products and business strategies around teacher professional learning and support focused on assessment instruction and student outcomes for struggling learners and students with disabilities including those served by the Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) Alternate Assessment System. Additional responsibilities include assisting state education agency staff with DLM implementation delivering training and technical assistance on assessment implementation developing project documentation collaborating with research and psychometrics staff test development staff ATLAS special projects and other duties as assigned. Potential projects include overseeing the development and implementation of a teacher summer institute and the implementation and support of teacher coaching products. Critical to the role is theability to communicate effectively work collaboratively with colleagues and be responsive to project product and state partner needs. The successful candidate has a proven ability to independently manage complex projects across multiple staff members handle competing priorities and deadlines and work with a variety of audiences.
ATLAS promotes learning and improved outcomes for all students with a focus on students with disabilities and struggling learners. ATLAS creates technology-based learning and assessment systems that are accessible and academically rigorous. Dynamic research on skill development assessment design and teacher professional development informs the centers map-based learning systems.
With a diverse portfolio of grant-funded research projects and operational alternate assessments ATLAS is a leader in educational research and innovation. ATLAS drives progress through partnerships and collaborations with organizations that share its focus and commitment.
ATLAS is committed to creating policies and practices that foster a culture in which all employees feel they belong and can succeed.
Visit the ATLAS website to learn how the center improves the learning landscape for all students.
KU employees have great benefits!
- 176 hours of paid vacation per year
- 72 hours of sick leave per year
- 10 paid holidays
- Medical and dental insurance
- Retirement program
- Life and disability insurance
- Educational and professional development opportunities
KUs excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences perspectives and backgrounds of our faculty staff students and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each others success. We foster a culture of care where each person is valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.
KU is not able to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
Due to complex state employment laws the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states: California Delaware Idaho and Minnesota. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.
Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete application consists of:
- The University of Kansas online application
- A cover letter that describes how you meet the required and preferred qualifications
- A Resume or CV
- Contact information for three (3) professional references
Candidates selected forinterviewwill be required to prepare and provide a brief presentation that addresses their past research.
Application review begins Monday March 16th. For consideration please apply no later than Sunday March 15th.
- This is a full-time (40 hours/week) unclassified position.
- This position will be required to travel to Lawrence and/or other locations occasionally.
- This position will require attendance at regularly scheduled meetings onsite or through telecommunication platforms.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Project / Program Management
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- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Team Management
- Auto Estimating
- Financial Management
- Contracts
About Company
Thank you for your interest in employment with the University of Kansas. If you need assistance with the application process please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 785-864-4946.
