CCRC studies community colleges because they provide critical access to postsecondary education and are uniquely positioned to promote equity and social mobility in the United States. Our mission is to conduct research that helps these institutions strengthen opportunities and improve outcomes for their students, particularly those from underserved populations.
Join our team of researchers and dedicated support staff as we work to address some of the most pressing problems facing community colleges and their students.
For an overview of employee benefits, visit the Teachers College Human Resources website.
At CCRC, we believe that our diversity is essential to our success, and we aim to cultivate a respectful and inclusive environment where all employees are empowered to do their best work. Part of your responsibilities will be to serve on working groups to support CCRC’s equity mission through our research and through our organizational policies and practices.
CCRC at Teachers College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. CCRC does not discriminate, and all qualified applications will receive consideration without regard to race; color; national origin; religion; creed; sex or gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression); sexual orientation; citizenship status; pregnancy; disability; age; military or veteran status; marital or partnership status; genetic information, genetic predisposition, or carrier status; prior unemployment status; consumer credit history; status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking; or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Legal work authorization is required.
Position Summary:
The Community College Research Center (CCRC) at Teachers College, Columbia University, studies community colleges because they provide critical access to postsecondary education and are uniquely positioned to promote equity and social mobility in the United States. Our mission is to conduct research that helps these institutions strengthen opportunities and improve outcomes for their students, particularly those from underserved populations.
CCRC is seeking a part-time Senior Research Assistant to support quantitative research projects in the transitions program area. This area focuses on access, transition to and completion of degrees of high value particularly among underserved populations. Current work uses large administrative datasets to examine barriers and opportunities in community college to four-year institutions transfer, as well as college-level coursework taken while in high school, broadly known as dual enrollment. The position’s responsibilities include supporting senior staff, participating in data collection, management, and analysis, and assisting in the preparation of project-related reports, presentations, and publications. Candidates should have experience working with large datasets, have a strong background in quantitative methods, and have demonstrated skills using data analytic tools such as Excel and Stata. Prior experience in quantitative research is strongly desired.
The position may begin immediately and is based in New York City, though the position may be remote or hybrid as consistent with Teachers College policies. Please find the application link at ccrc.tc.columbia.edu/employment and include a cover letter, resume, and coding and/or data dashboard sample with your application.
CCRC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that our diversity is essential to our success, and we aim to cultivate a respectful and inclusive environment where all employees are empowered to do their best work.
For information about CCRC’s current research activities, mission, and values, please visit ccrc.tc.columbia.edu.
Responsibilities:
Data management, collection, and analysis
Research planning and management
Writing
Dissemination and Public Relations
CCRC service
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
CCRC at Teachers College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. CCRC does not discriminate, and all qualified applications will receive consideration without regard to race; color; national origin; religion; creed; sex or gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression); sexual orientation; citizenship status; pregnancy; disability; age; military or veteran status; marital or partnership status; genetic information, genetic predisposition, or carrier status; prior unemployment status; consumer credit history; status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking; or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Legal work authorization is required.
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