Job Description
Position Information Position Information
Working Title Research Specialist I or II
Department Public Policy Center-1525
Requisition Number S_250110
Posting Open Date 02/05/2025
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 02/26/2025
Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work Work with dynamic teams on variety of public policy projects, including those in behavioral health, public participation, and other applied social sciences endeavors. Will conduct and facilitate research, coordinate projects and stakeholder involvement processes, design survey instruments, collect and analyze data, assist with writing reports, and presenting findings that impact state, local and federal policy. Some travel required.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska's preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered 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 Research Specialist I: Bachelor's degree plus one (1) year of experience researching and presenting policy reports. Knowledge of and experience with community and statewide public policy issues. Outstanding verbal, interpersonal, planning, and writing skills; the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with national, state, and local policymakers and stakeholders; the ability to multitask and perform assigned tasked quickly and accurately.
Research Specialist II: Bachelor's degree plus two (2) years of experience researching and presenting policy reports. Knowledge of and experience with community and statewide public policy issues. Outstanding verbal, interpersonal, planning, and writing skills; the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with national, state, and local policymakers and stakeholders; the ability to multitask and perform assigned tasked quickly and accurately.
All applicants must possess a valid driver's license and meet University driver eligibility requirements. Preferred Qualifications Research Specialist I: Demonstrated experience working with policy makers and other stakeholders, problem solving and decision making, working independently with minimal supervision, keeping supervisor and internal team members informed, and providing excellent customer relations. Ability to: translate academic research to accessible quality policy reports; quickly master a range of content areas; coordinate a wide variety of projects. Excellent written communication and analytic skills. Knowledge of behavioral health, public participation processes, and/or social sciences applied research preferred. Ability and flexibility to perform other tasks as assigned.
Research Specialist II: Master's degree. Demonstrated experience working with policy makers and other stakeholders, problem solving and decision making, working independently with minimal supervision, keeping supervisor and internal team members informed, and providing excellent customer relations. Ability to: translate academic research to accessible quality policy reports; quickly master a range of content areas; coordinate a wide variety of projects. Excellent written communication and analytic skills. Knowledge of behavioral health, public participation processes, and/or social sciences applied research preferred. Ability and flexibility to perform other tasks as assigned.
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 RS I: $44,700/yr. minimum; RS II: $53,600/yr. minimum
How to Apply Click "Apply to this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. Attach a resume, cover letter, list of references, and writing sample as four (4) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format. The writing sample(s) should be attached as one document (9 MB or less) as the "other document."
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact Sandy Airan, sairan2@unl.edu
Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Occasional travel and hours outside of 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: Appointment End Date University of Nebraska-Lincoln
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