Job Details

Pipeline Evaluation Research Associate

Position Number: 6457000
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Pipeline Evaluation Research Associate

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

Posted Job Title
Pipeline Evaluation Research Associate

Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary
Evaluation Research Associate to complete data analysis and reports of data collected between Spring 2024-Spring 2025.

Job Description

As part of its work, the Netter Center is helping to support an innovative partnership with three of Penn's schools and West Philadelphia University-Assisted Community Schools (UACS) through the Health Sciences Education Pipeline Program.

The typical duties of the Evaluation Research Associate may include:

Establishing an evaluation timeline.
Collaborating with Penn and UACS faculty/staff/students collecting data to inform ongoing health sciences pipeline evaluation at UACS.
Entering program/pipeline student attendance data into a database, tracking activities, and generating de-identified datasets for evaluation use.
Facilitating and administering pre/post surveys, interviews, and focus groups with students, program alumni, and program coordinators at Penn (if new data are required - past data collected between Spring 2024-Spring 2025).
Coding survey and focus group/interview data and preparing data for analysis.
Analyzing data using appropriate quantitative and qualitative analytic software (SPSS and Atlas.ti).
Drafting a report based on findings and publications.

Requirements: Experience with the Pipeline program and research/evaluation methods. Ability to work with both quantitative and qualitative data. Strong communication skills (verbal and written).The ideal candidate is someone who likes to work with a variety of people and is interested in supporting secondary and post-secondary health sciences education. The ideal candidate should be highly flexible and able to work independently. A fast learner.

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
School of Arts and Sciences

Pay Range
$7.25 - $20.00 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements
A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

Health and Life: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare.
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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