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REACH WIC Researcher, Program Evaluation
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Working Title: REACH WIC Researcher, Program Evaluation Classification: 9742R5 â“ Researcher 5 Appointment: 100%, full time, UMN Benefits Estimated Salary Range: $75,000 - $83,000; DOQ Reports To: REACH Lab Projects Director Location: St Paul campus, with potential for some hybrid work options Application Deadline: November 18, 2024
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT This position is housed within the Center for Research and Outreach (REACH) Lab and is led by Dr. Lynne Borden, Associate Dean for Research and Engagement for UMN Extension and Mr. Mark Otto, Director of Strategic Partnerships for UMN Extension. The REACH Lab focuses on conducting applied research and outreach to inform the design and implementation of community and systems strategies to enhance the lives of children, youth, and families. Many of the REACH Lab projects address issues around youth development, early childhood education, families, and community outreach. The REACH Lab is a federally funded lab through multiple grants from sources including USDA-NIFA and the DoD. In addition to providing research and outreach, the REACH Lab provides professional development and technical assistance through online resources.
ABOUT THIS POSITION Through the development and provision of comprehensive resources around critical cultural competencies, proactive peer coaching (PC), and centralized technical assistance (TA), the WIC Technical Assistance-Peer Coaching (TA-PC) Center will develop replicable learning opportunities for WIC professionals, leading to the retention of a highly trained WIC workforce that is attuned to the unique contexts of the families served. Under the direction of the REACH Lab leadership and in cooperation with other members of the REACH team, the candidate will evaluate resources and learning opportunities from across organizations serving nutritional education needs, and will support development, evaluation and management of technical assistance tools for WIC Coaches.
RESPONSIBILITIES 50% Research and Evaluation
25% Project Management
25% Technical Assistance
The position may involve some travel (conferences) which may include overnights and weekends.
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