Associate Director for Research, Public Education in Beloved Community Initiative (PEBCI)
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Months Per Year: 12
Employment Status: Full-Time
Work Model: Hybrid Eligible*
Seattle
University will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic
universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate,
graduate, and professional levels. We embrace an intersectional framework for
defining diversity in its broadest sense, including differences in gender,
gender identity, race, ethnicity, generational history, culture, socioeconomic
class, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status,
political perspectives, geographic origin and physical ability. Seattle
University strives to be a welcome, open and safe campus climate for all who
learn, live and work at Seattle University.
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Emotionally Intelligent Communication: Engages in a skillful exchange of information, thoughts, and feelings, verbally and non-verbally.
Ethics and Integrity: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to honesty, professionalism, and alignment with our Jesuit mission in all actions and decisions.
Flexibility and Innovation: Embraces change, approaching problems with curiosity adaptability, and is committed to making positive impact.
Mindful Inclusion: Fosters mindful inclusion by consciously creating a workplace that celebrates differences, embraces cultural humility, and empowers uniqueness.
Outcomes-Driven Orientation: Sets clear objectives, purses excellence, and delivers measurable outcomes while upholding Jesuit Catholic values.
Position Description:
Seattle University’s College of Education seeks an Associate Director for Research for our Public Education In Beloved Community Initiative (PEBCI), a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation grant-funded project. Scholars who have completed a Ph.D. in education or a related field and have strong qualitative methodological skills are invited to apply to work on cutting edge research and development to advance the understanding of beloved community and its impact and potential to shape the mission of public schooling, the relationship capacity of teachers, school leaders, students and local communities and possibilities for greater success for all engaged in the educational endeavors. This PEBCI project is a research partnership with the Seattle University College of Education, and will be designed collaboratively with researchers, educators, and leaders across the state of Washington in 9 PEBCI partner schools. The anticipated start date of this appointment is January, 2025.
Recognizing the very collaborative nature of this position, the Associate Director for Research will work closely with the PEBCI Director and a Beloved Community Film Documentarian. The PEBCI Associate Director for Research reports directly to the PEBCI Director and works collaboratively with PEBCI Faculty Co-PIs.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Evaluation, Research Design & Implementation of Research Activities (60%)
- Develop a comprehensive plan for PEBCI research, in consultation with the PI, Co-PIs, PEBCI Director, SU grant team, participant schools and their local communities based on compelling research questions related to beloved community and implications for other educational phenomenon (e.g. – teacher retention, teacher professional development, identity development, the role of art in teacher professional development, the role of race, ethnicity and social identities in building beloved community, etc.).
- Conduct data collection and analyses for project, using data from across partner schools and communities.
Research Dissemination (20%)
- Collaborate on scholarly dissemination of findings related to beloved community projects partner schools (e.g., conference presentations and peer reviewed journal articles). This will also include collaborations with the Project Documentarian.
- Support dissemination activities to foster translation of research findings to practice (e.g., practitioner focused research pieces, website work with Executive Director, possible artistic pieces in concert with student visual artists).
General Project Support (20%)
- Work collaboratively on a multidisciplinary and multi-site team involving faculty and educators who may represent different disciplinary traditions as well as foundation professionals, university administrators, school districts, and charter/public school teachers.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Must
have a PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant field of study.
- PhD
must be completed prior to acceptance. Students in the process of
completion must provide assurance that degree will be complete prior to
start.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience
in educational research.
- Demonstrated
background in quantitative qualitative and participatory action research
design.
- Comfort
with working in online platforms for research and collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience
and scholarship in educational policy and leadership.
- Knowledge
of the field of teacher education and diversity.
- Experience
working with K-12 students/schools/teachers and school communities.
- Experience
working with grant funded projects.
The PEBCI Associate Director for Research should be
thoroughly committed to the mission of Seattle University, the College of
Education, and the crucial role that beloved community, equity and justice can
play in educational success in public education. Candidates must demonstrate
excitement about the project and an unwavering commitment to joy, equity, and
justice.
Application Instructions:
Please attach a cover letter with your curriculum vitae, a statement of research and career goals (limited to 500 words) and a list of three references who can speak to relevant skills and interests. In your cover letter, please address the following questions:
•What draws you to Seattle University and the PEBCI?
•What do you think is the role of public education in the US?
•What is a beloved community to you? What experiences do you have working within beloved communities?
Application Review will begin on January 27th, 2025.
Compensation at a Glance:
Salary Range: $72,000 - $80,000
Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents
its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the
time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be
determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected
candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity
considerations, and available market information, and not based on a
candidate’s gender or any other protected status.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
Seattle University provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement
contributions that add to your total compensation package.
Benefits at a Glance:
Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution
for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution
and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to
a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave. For more information explore the Benefits website at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/
Hybrid Eligible:
This
position may be eligible for a hybrid schedule after successful completion of
an introductory work period of 3-6 months. This may mean that a hybrid eligible
role will begin on-campus initially and then will transition to hybrid format
following onboarding and training. Flexible work plans are subject to periodic
review and may be changed or terminated at any time for any reason at the
university’s discretion.