LINGUIST List 13.350

Fri Feb 8 2002

Jobs: Applied Ling: Senior Researcher, DC USA

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  • Phyllis Tate, Applied Ling: Senior Researcher at Center for Applied Ling, DC USA

    Message 1: Applied Ling: Senior Researcher at Center for Applied Ling, DC USA

     Date: Thu, 7 Feb 2002 15:15:33 -0500
    From: Phyllis Tate <phylliscal.org>
    Subject: Applied Ling: Senior Researcher at Center for Applied Ling, DC USA


    VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT CENTER FOR APPLIED LINGUISTICS 4646 40th Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20016 FAX: (202) 362-3740 Job Order 02-01

    Senior Research Associate National Literacy Panel

    Hours per week: 35 hours per week (full time) Salary: $40,000 to $55,000 FTE per annum depending upon qualifications

    Basic Function: Assist with the coordination of and support the work of a 12-member panel of experts convened to prepare a synthesis of the research on the development of literacy in language minority students. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    *Work with panel subcommittees to identify and secure research documents *Survey, review and code research articles, books, and dissertations *Assist in writing research reports, articles, and other project-related products *Work with database developer to prepare searchable database of research references *Help organize six panel meetings *Prepare quarterly progress reports *Develop project website (with web consultant) *Work with prime contractor staff to coordinate activities *Perform other project tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s).

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education: Ph.D. in field related to literacy and/or research design and methodology (ABD will be considered).

    Experience: Must have expertise in educational research design and methodology, preferably in both quantitative and qualitative design and methodology. Experience in literacy research is highly desired, especially second language literacy research. Expertise in using technology, especially in working with databases, required. Must be flexible, organized, and have excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

    NOTE: The Center for Applied Linguistics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment based upon race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, handicap, or any other reason not related to employment. CAL has an excellent benefits package.

    IF INTERESTED, SEND RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO ABOVE ADDRESS, ATTN: Recruitment 02-01, or respond by e-mail to anncal.org