"Research Professional 3"

Job Details

Posting Number: S13800P

Working Title: Research Professional 3

Department: FACS-Inst Hum Dev & Disability

About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date: 07/09/2025

Open until filled: Yes

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Classification Title: Research Professional AD

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications: Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Position Summary

This individual will design and develop clearinghouses, data dashboards, conduct needs assessments and evaluations using qualitative or quantitative research methods. This individual will supervise and manage other researchers and students on the team and work collaboratively with their supervisors. They will collaborate with various other entities across the State to collect input, design, implement, and manage projects. The person in this position will work collaboratively with a variety of clients, data sources, and datasets.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Strong background in designing and developing clearinghouses, data dashboards using data analytics and visualization.
• Background in criminal justice, behavioral health, opioids or related areas.
• Experience in working with databases, cleaning data, planning and executing data analysis and summarizing results.
• Experience building data visualizations and dashboards using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik, and accessing a wide array of data sources.
• Proficient in Microsoft Power BI/Tableau development, including DAX functions, Power Query, Power Automate, and integration with other business systems to create impactful visualizations, reports, and dashboards.
• Skilled in SQL for creating custom tables, views, and scripts.
• Demonstrated training and/or experience in designing and conducting research, needs assessment, or program evaluation projects using qualitative and quantitative research methods, conducting literature reviews.
• Team-based experience in research or evaluation project design, completion goals, deliverables, and adhering to timelines.
• Strong data skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Knowledge or experience in using programs such as Microsoft word, excel, access, Qualtrics, SPSS, NVivo, Canva or similar applications.
• Excellent project management skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Demands: Work for long periods on a computer. Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?: No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No

Does this position require a P-Card?: No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?: No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): No

Duties/Responsibilities

• Design and development of clearinghouses and dashboards using data analytics and visualization tools. Conducts program evaluations, needs assessments, and qualitative and/or quantitative research for multiple projects. Develops data collection measures (surveys, focus group protocols) and analyzes data using qualitative or quantitative research analysis methods including working with large databases, data cleaning, organizing and summarizing results by creating impactful reports, visualizations, and dashboards. Works collaboratively with a variety of clients, and with multiple data sources and datasets. (Percentage of time: 50)
• Prepares Human Subjects proposals; engages in sample recruitment. Collaborates with various other entities across the State to collect input, design, implement, and manage projects. Arranges for and conducts interviews, focus groups and surveys related to data collection. This may involve statewide travel for site visits and technical support. (Percentage of time: 25)
• Prepares reports and manuscripts, communicates findings to key stakeholders. Presents research or program evaluation findings at partner meetings and at local, state, and national meetings and conferences to technical and non-technical audiences. (Percentage of time: 10)
• Conducts literature reviews, environmental scans. (Percentage of time: 10)
• Supervises and manages other researchers and students on the team and works collaboratively with their supervisors. (Percentage of time: 5)