Job Description

Position Information

Position Information

Working Title Senior Project Director
Department Educational Psychology-1047
Requisition Number S_240042
Posting Open Date 01/19/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 03/22/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work

The person in this position will provide leadership across a number of federally-funded projects in Dr. Edwards\' Interpersonal Violence Research Laboratory at UNL. Responsibilities will include project management, staff/student hiring/training/supervision, interfacing with community partners/funders, data analyses, dissemination efforts, IRB approvals, clinical trials/NDA registrations, contributing to grant writing, and other research and administrative duties as needed.

*Location of work must be @ UNL in Lincoln, NE or in one of our offices in Rapid City SD or Pine Ridge SD. Options for remote work will NOT be considered.

Must have a valid driver\'s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

The College of Education and Human Sciences respects people, ideas, voices, and perspectives. Diversity strengthens our ability to problem solve and build more equitable and inclusive solutions for complex challenges.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees\' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See .
Minimum Required Qualifications

Master\'s degree in public health, psychology, social work, or related field plus two (2) years of experience working with and/or extensive knowledge of sexual violence prevention and/or intervention. Experience with project management, grant writing, and research. Knowledge of the multitude of Native American cultures, traditions, and histories. Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills, the ability to multi-task and manage multiple staff and/or students. Effective communication skills. Must have a valid driver\'s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in public health, psychology, social work, or related field. Five (5) years post masters experience or two (2) years post Pd.D. Previous experience with nonprofit management is highly desired as is previous experience with large-scale research studies with intervention and training components. Expertise in participatory action research.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes
Physical Required No
Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary $65,000/yr. minimum
How to Apply

Click on \xe2\x80\x9cApply for this Job\xe2\x80\x9d. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Dr. Katie Edwards
katie.edwards@unl.edu
Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? Yes
If Temporary, indicate end date
Planned Hire Date: As soon as possible
Appointment End Date

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

Required Documents * Resume

• Cover Letter
• List of References

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