Director of Research
University of Arkansas SystemAbout the role
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University of Arkansas at Little RockThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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School of Law - Student Research
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Summary of Job Duties:
The Director of Research is responsible for overseeing Center research operations at the UA Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law Center for Racial Justice and Criminal Justice Reform (the “Center”). The Director of Research will have a central role in leading empirical analysis of Center projects, supervising the design, data collection, and analysis processes, and publishing findings to advance scholarship. In addition, the Director of Research will assist with fundraising and development, including grant-writing, cultivating donor relationships, and seeking and securing sustainable funding for the Center.This position is funded for one year from hire and may be extended based on funding.This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
Minimum qualifications:
A Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a relevant field with technical expertise in research methods, plus experience as a researcher or similar role.
Preferred qualifications:
A Juris Doctor (J.D.) D., along with work experience in program administration or project management.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Working in conjunction with the Center Director and Center staff, the Research Director will:
Leadership: The Director of Research monitors the progress and timelines of all research projects, manages the logistics of Center research projects, and supervises staff and student researchers involved in the projects. This includes guiding project design, data collection, and analysis while ensuring team members meet project goals and timelines;
Participant and Community Engagement: The Director of Research is the primary contact for study participants and other stakeholders associated with the Center’s research projects;
Grant Proposals and Management: Along with the Center Director, the Director of Research will lead efforts to secure grant funding for Center projects through grant writing, cultivating donor relationships, and collaborating with university and external stakeholders. The Director of Research is responsible for all reporting to donors, sponsors, and grantors;
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