Director of Research and Evaluation

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Early Childhood Policy; related, equivalent credentials will be considered.
• An earned doctorate in an appropriate field of study, or specialty, from an accredited institution and not fewer than two (2) years of post-doctoral experience in the field, or specialty, the minimum to be specified based on the scope, complexity and duration of the project and the requirements of the sponsor, of which at least one (1) year has included overseeing the research work of others in an environment consistent with the subject, scope, and complexity of the project; related, equivalent credentials will be considered.
• Intellectual strength in early childhood education and experience as a research scientist
• Experience or demonstrated awareness of public policy and the role that research plays in policy development;
• Ability to communicate effectively with and convey complex concepts, intricate processes, and sophisticated statistical findings to other researchers, supervisors, students, sponsors, administrators, and, when appropriate, the public; ability to listen and respond to the concerns/ideas of others
• Ability to author, co-author, publish, and present findings to a community of scholars in the field, utilizing professional publications, colloquia, symposia, reports, demonstrations, performances, etc. consistent with the scope and nature of the project and the requirements of the sponsor
• Ability to organize and direct the work of a group of researchers and staff in achieving the goals of the project within deadlines and within budget constraints
• Ability to exercise intellectual leadership in anticipating and resolving research issues
• Ability to work effectively with staff, associates, and internal and external constituents
• Knowledge of policies regarding intellectual property, use of facilities and equipment, allocation of time and materials to project costs, and utilization of IT resources
• Knowledge of protocols for conduct of research, including but not limited to the study of human subjects, and IRB approval.

Physical Requirements

• This position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, laptops, tablets, smart phone, photocopiers, filing cabinets and other presentation materials
• While performing these duties, the employee is required to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, lifting items (up to 20 pounds), bending, reaching, sitting for prolonged periods of time. Reasonable accommodations will be made for employees with disabilities or other needs per RFCUNY policies.
• Ability to travel to other locations for events as needed.