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Subject: Job at Wellesley College, MA
Date: Fri, 02 Oct 2009 17:51:46 -0400
From: Tsering W Shawa ([log in to unmask]) <[log in to unmask]>
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-Wangyal
Research and Instruction Technologist Information Services/Access and Digital Media
Description
Statement of Purpose
The Research and Instruction Technologist provides support for data driven research and instruction being done in the sciences, social sciences and humanities. Principal tasks will center upon assisting faculty and students in using spatial and numeric data for classroom assignments and research projects through individual consultations, classroom instruction and technical workshops. This position provides support for software such as Stata, SPSS, ArcGIS, and Excel. This position collaborates closely with faculty and colleagues across Information Services and elsewhere on campus to develop and lead new programs to support data driven research and instruction and create an integrated support model for the wide range of specialized academic software in use across campus.
Minimum Qualifications
Required: Substantial background in statistical/quantitative data analysis, and good computing skills. Substantial demonstrated experience in at least one major statistical software application in use at Wellesley (SPSS or Stata) or Arc GIS as well as Microsoft Excel. Demonstrated experience working with undergraduate students and faculty and instructing/teaching undergraduates. Ability and willingness to assist users with a wide range of skill in quantitative analysis (from beginning to advanced) of numeric/spatial data. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Minimum of three years of related professional experience. Applicants must be able to work well as part of a team and work effectively in a culturally diverse environment.
Desired: An advanced degree in a quantitative social science, statistics, or applied statistics is highly desirable. Experience working with/performing data analysis on commonly used numeric data resources (e.g., U.S. Census data, ICPSR, microdata from major national/international surveys, statistical databases such as “International Financial Statistics”, etc.). Advanced web authoring skills, and experience creating and maintaining information systems. Background in the use of qualitative/textual data. Experience in a library environment and familiarity with academic library information resources, academic library services, and academic library practices a plus. If interested, send cover letter and resume to: Human Resources Office, Wellesley College, 106 Central Street, Wellesley, MA 02481; or to apply online, please use the following link: HYPERLINK "https://career.wellesley.edu" https://career.wellesley.edu Positions are open until filled.
Wellesley College is an EO/AA educational institution and employer. The College is committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who believe they will contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply.
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