Researcher 1

The Researcher 1 will support research and programming to advance inclusive, community- based cross-sector leadership. This is a part-time position, 32 hours/week. This position reports to Kathy Quick, Professor at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, and may involve collaboration with other employees of the Center for Integrative Leadership and University of Minnesota Extension's Community Development Department.

Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities will include: (50%) literature scans and reviews; primary data collection and analysis; and revision and editing of presentations and manuscripts regarding the advantages and constraints of place-based approaches to leadership involving collaboration among the business, government, and nonprofit sectors. The incumbent will also (25%) support operations of the Center for Integrative Leadership, including administration of leadership development program outreach, communication, and logistics. Finally, the position will (25%) participate in data collection and analysis to inform program design or evaluation relating to immigrant-serving nonprofit, government, and business organizations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, or a combination of education and relevant work experience equal to four years
• Research experience
• Good organizational, communication, and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in public affairs or related field
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication fluency in Spanish
  
  

Enhancing the leadership of all public-serving institutions-nonprofit organizations, philanthropic efforts, and the public sector-is a central focus of the Humphrey School. This work increases the ability of these institutions to work together to solve problems, serve the public interest, and advance the common good.

Pay Rate: $25.14 per hour

Time Appointment Category: 50%-74% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

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