Research Assistant

Position Summary Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of a dynamic city. Our mission to ‘let knowledge serve the city’ reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action in Portland and beyond. The city serves as the campus, offering students career connections, a vibrant cultural scene, and hands‑on learning with community partners. The College of Education is built for educators and counselors who believe the system can change, and they are ready to lead that change. This Research Assistant position is associated with the funded research grant, Transition Coalition Self-Study+ (TCSS+) in the Department of Leadership, Learning, & Counseling. The role supports essential research activities during the last two years of the project (2026‑2027 and 2027‑2028). Responsibilities include coordinating research projects, recruiting participants, collecting and managing online data, summarizing findings, and assisting in data analysis to inform the final intervention. The research principal investigator, Dr. Mary Morningstar, provides day‑to‑day oversight and assigns work. Responsibilities Coordinate research projects, including recruitment and data collection. Manage online data collection and data management processes. Summarize and prepare data for analysis and reporting. Assist in developing, editing, and enhancing research procedures and systems. Communicate effectively in written and verbal formats. Collaborate with a team‑based research environment. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field. One or more years of experience in research support. Demonstrated ability to develop, edit, and enhance existing research procedures and systems under supervision. Strong administrative skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience performing focused research or evaluation tasks, including data management and online data collection. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in education or a related field. Ability to acknowledge, encourage, and celebrate differences. Willingness to seek opportunities for growth in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings. Adherence to PSU policies on prohibited discrimination, harassment, and the Professional Standards of Conduct. Key Cultural Competencies Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences. Communicate effectively and respectfully within contexts of diverse beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds. Seek opportunities for continual improvement through diverse and inclusive collaboration. Adhere to PSU policies on prohibited discrimination, harassment, and Professional Standards of Conduct. Environmental Stewardship Contribute to a culture of environmental stewardship, practice resource conservation, and actively work toward long‑term sustainability goals. Professional Standards of Conduct Portland State University requires all employees to conduct themselves professionally, maintaining a safe, respectful, and productive environment. All members are expected to adhere to PSU’s Professional Standards of Conduct, which can be found at Total Compensation & Benefits The starting annual salary for this position is $68,016 at 1.0 FTE, with potential for higher compensation based on experience and departmental budget. Benefits include 95% premium‑paid health care, a generous retirement and vacation package, and reduced tuition rates for employees, spouses, or dependents at Oregon University System schools. Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter #J-18808-Ljbffr Career Center at Portland State University