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Position Summary:

With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, FAU is pushing the boundaries of higher education. Florida Atlantic's faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art, and technology in all disciplines. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes.

The FAU Center for Online and Continuing Education (COCE) is seeking a Junior Data Scientist -Boca Raton, FL.

The successful candidate will have an enthusiasm for leveraging technology to enhance student-learning environments and improve student-learning outcomes. Experienced in education research and transformative Artificial Intelligence innovations, the JDS will work with a team of researchers focused on supporting effective student-learning. The JDS will work on projects geared toward successful student preparedness for the digitally connected and competitive workforce. Those encouraged to apply must have a desire to propel a career in research and data analytics related to digital learning with the tools, skills, and experience gained from being a team member in the FAU Center for Online and Continuing Education.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Assist with quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods educational research

• Assist with educational research and development

• Assist in organizing data for compatibility with analytical tools

• Collaborate on research dissemination for, but not limited to, scholarly academic writing, journal submissions, and professional conference presentations, as needed

• Assist with grant and award writing

• Collaborate on data collection instrument development

• Assist with other initiatives for the Center for Online and Continuing Education, as assigned

• Experience with statistical software, such as SPSS or similar

• Experience collaborating on academic teams with individuals from varying professional backgrounds

• Functional knowledge of varying coding language

• Outstanding organizational abilities and attentiveness to detail

• Experience working in the Canvas Learning Management System

• Willingness to learn software programs and coding languages, as needed

• Excellent communication skills

• Willingness to flex and adapt

• Willingness to serve as a team player

• Problem-solving skills

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's of Science in Experimental Psychology, Information Technology and Management, Computer Science and Data Analytics; or similar degree from an accredited institution required.

Preferred skills:

• Ability to identify and utilize tools and coding languages that may serve varying projects, such as, SQL, MATLAB, PyCharm, and VPython

• Functional knowledge of the Adobe Suite

• Functional knowledge of EndNote software

• Experience with graphic design for User Experience functionality and aesthetics

Salary:

$25.00 to $35.00 per hour.

Other Personnel Services (OPS)

College or Department:

Center for Online & Continuing Education

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Application Deadline:

2024-05-01

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Temporary positions are not established positions and are paid from OPS funds. Temporary positions are usually not eligible for benefits and retirement; however, they may be eligible for health insurance coverage depending on the average hours worked per week. They provide full-time or part-time employment in an exempt or non-exempt employment situation based on job duties and salary in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Temporary positions do not have layoff rights and may be terminated without prior notice. Applicants hired into Temporary positions may apply for a regular appointment should a vacancy become available.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume

Cover letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.

Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins.

With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply.

To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.edu

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Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.

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Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers

Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.