Research Assistant, Educational Leadership, Policy & Foundations, UMKC School of Education, Social Work, and Psychological Sciences

UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY

School of Education, Social Work, and Psychological Sciences (SESWPS)

Educational Leadership, Policy and Foundations (ELPF)

The mission of the UERC at the is to create reliable, usable knowledge about education in urban areas with the goal of promoting excellent schooling and improving the lives, opportunities and communities of urban residents in the Greater Kansas City community and the nation. The center accomplishes this mission through collaborative, data-rich strategies including technical assistance and consultation and rigorous research and evaluation using a range of methodological tools.

UMKC is rated R1 by the Carnegie Research Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

The Urban Education Research Center (UERC) seeks a research assistant to provide research support across a variety of educational research and evaluation projects. At the direction of the UERC leadership team, the research assistant will assist with research planning, data collection and preparation, quantitative analysis, and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and evaluation activities, including instrument development, data collection, data analysis, and report writing.
• Manage quantitative data for UERC projects including processing, cleaning, and merging a variety of different kinds of data with varying units of analysis, structures, and formats
• Conduct quantitative analyses including descriptive statistics, graphical displays and statistical modeling
• Work with project leaders to produce clear written summaries and compelling data visualizations of research and evaluation findings for diverse UERC audiences, including practitioners, education leaders, policymakers, and academic stakeholders.
• Communicate with clients, partners, and research participants to ensure steady progress toward research and evaluation goals
• Support UERC leadership team in developing grant and project proposals.

This is a full-time 12-month, benefit eligible, unranked non-tenure track academic appointment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• At least 3 years of experience conducting quantitative analyses
• Demonstrated experience conducting data preparation
• Demonstrated experience working with R and Microsoft Excel data management and analysis software.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment
• Demonstrated experience in working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Good oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications (not required)

• Experience conducting research in K-12, higher education settings.
• Experience conducting qualitative analyses
• Experience working with more complex statistical modeling strategies

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $25/Hour.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

For consideration, you must apply online at www.umkc.edu/jobs, click in Academic Positions (Job Opening ID 59837.

Please combine your cover letter and resume (or curriculum vitae) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachment. Limit document name to 50 characters and do not include any special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

• If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu .
• For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu including the Job Identification number 59837 and name of the position.
• Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.

Applications accepted up to June 17, 2026.

As a UMKC Research Assistant you have the opportunity to expand on your education using the remarkable tuition discount for employees.

Kansas City offers the best of both worlds-a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city's rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City's biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.

UMKC's campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all the action. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or after-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near University Health Truman Medical Center and Children's Mercy Hospital.

UMKC is proud to be "Kansas City's university," and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more resources, visit VisitKC.com.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.