University of California - Santa Barbara
Research Director-UC Santa Barbara Central Coast Community Labor Project
University of California - Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California, us, 93190
Position Overview
Position Title:
Research DirectorSalary Range:
A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $103,419-$119,124. The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the salary scale titled, Academic Coordinator Series-Fiscal Year for the salary range
here .Percent Time:
100%Anticipated Start:
October 14, 2024 (or later)Position Duration:
2 yearsApplication Window
Open Date:
September 13, 2024Next Review Date:
Monday, Sep 30, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) - Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final Date:
Sunday, Dec 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) - Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.Position Description
The UC Santa Barbara Central Coast Community Labor Project invites applications for a Research Director. The initial appointment will be for a period of one to two years, with potential for reappointment contingent on funding. Administratively housed in the UCSB Blum Center on Poverty, Inequality, and Democracy, the Community Labor Project seeks to strengthen and expand the labor movement and serves working people and their communities through advanced research, education, and strategic partnerships with workers, labor and community organizations, policymakers, and philanthropic organizations on the Central Coast (Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo Counties).We seek a Research Director to oversee and carry out research and research-related fundraising and grant development for this project. The Research Director will report to the Community Labor Project Executive Director and Faculty Director and is the senior, full-time person building and leading the project's research and research-related grant activities in collaboration with community partners, the Faculty Director and faculty affiliates, the Advisory Board, as well as project staff, including undergraduate and graduate student research assistants.Core Areas of Responsibility:Research:
Develop and oversee the implementation of a research and policy analytic agenda that reflects the needs and interests of labor and working-class communities on the Central Coast.Fundraising:
Identify opportunities, develop, and initiate strategies for generating resources to support Project research activities.Community Outreach and Engagement:
Coordinate and provide oversight for research-related communications.Event Development and Coordination:
Plan and provide oversight for campus and community events related to research.Administration and Financial Management:
Assist as needed in oversight, management, and reporting related to Project research budgets.Project Management:
Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate staff involved in research.The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
Master's degree required or higher (or an equivalent foreign degree) in social science, humanities, public administration, public policy, urban planning, labor studies, or related fields.Additional Qualifications:
Minimum of two years of experience with increasing levels of responsibility in conducting and managing quantitative and/or qualitative research projects.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with strategic and community engaged research.Training and/or familiarity with quantitative as well as qualitative research methodologies.Excellent writing/communication skills, including familiarity with web-based and social media platforms.Demonstrated knowledge of issues related to labor, working-class communities, and their needs.Application Requirements
Document Requirements:Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.Cover Letter (Optional)Statement of Research (Optional)Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Statement of past and/or planned future contributions to advancing diversity and inclusive excellence.Writing Sample of up to 25 Pages - Applicants should submit a 25-page paper, research article, policy brief, book chapter, etc.Reference Requirements:
3-5 letters of reference required.Apply Link:
here .Help Contact:
claudia.diaz@ucsb.eduAbout UC Santa Barbara
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.Job Location
Santa Barbara, CA
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Position Title:
Research DirectorSalary Range:
A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $103,419-$119,124. The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the salary scale titled, Academic Coordinator Series-Fiscal Year for the salary range
here .Percent Time:
100%Anticipated Start:
October 14, 2024 (or later)Position Duration:
2 yearsApplication Window
Open Date:
September 13, 2024Next Review Date:
Monday, Sep 30, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) - Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final Date:
Sunday, Dec 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) - Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.Position Description
The UC Santa Barbara Central Coast Community Labor Project invites applications for a Research Director. The initial appointment will be for a period of one to two years, with potential for reappointment contingent on funding. Administratively housed in the UCSB Blum Center on Poverty, Inequality, and Democracy, the Community Labor Project seeks to strengthen and expand the labor movement and serves working people and their communities through advanced research, education, and strategic partnerships with workers, labor and community organizations, policymakers, and philanthropic organizations on the Central Coast (Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo Counties).We seek a Research Director to oversee and carry out research and research-related fundraising and grant development for this project. The Research Director will report to the Community Labor Project Executive Director and Faculty Director and is the senior, full-time person building and leading the project's research and research-related grant activities in collaboration with community partners, the Faculty Director and faculty affiliates, the Advisory Board, as well as project staff, including undergraduate and graduate student research assistants.Core Areas of Responsibility:Research:
Develop and oversee the implementation of a research and policy analytic agenda that reflects the needs and interests of labor and working-class communities on the Central Coast.Fundraising:
Identify opportunities, develop, and initiate strategies for generating resources to support Project research activities.Community Outreach and Engagement:
Coordinate and provide oversight for research-related communications.Event Development and Coordination:
Plan and provide oversight for campus and community events related to research.Administration and Financial Management:
Assist as needed in oversight, management, and reporting related to Project research budgets.Project Management:
Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate staff involved in research.The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
Master's degree required or higher (or an equivalent foreign degree) in social science, humanities, public administration, public policy, urban planning, labor studies, or related fields.Additional Qualifications:
Minimum of two years of experience with increasing levels of responsibility in conducting and managing quantitative and/or qualitative research projects.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with strategic and community engaged research.Training and/or familiarity with quantitative as well as qualitative research methodologies.Excellent writing/communication skills, including familiarity with web-based and social media platforms.Demonstrated knowledge of issues related to labor, working-class communities, and their needs.Application Requirements
Document Requirements:Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.Cover Letter (Optional)Statement of Research (Optional)Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Statement of past and/or planned future contributions to advancing diversity and inclusive excellence.Writing Sample of up to 25 Pages - Applicants should submit a 25-page paper, research article, policy brief, book chapter, etc.Reference Requirements:
3-5 letters of reference required.Apply Link:
here .Help Contact:
claudia.diaz@ucsb.eduAbout UC Santa Barbara
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.Job Location
Santa Barbara, CA
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