Research Scientist
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Sam Houston State University is hiring a Research Scientist. The Research Scientist performs specific duties related to research activities, special projects, and educational programs at the Institute for Homeland Security (IHS). This role focuses on Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) programs, leading the development and implementation of assessment strategies and designing practical, repeatable assessment tools.
Key focus areas include Lead the development and implementation of assessment strategies for IHS programming., Design and maintain practical, repeatable assessment tools to evaluate professional development and training offerings., and Perform research in an area of considerable scope and complexity..
Successful candidates bring Ph.D. In Public Policy/Political Science/Education and 2+ Years Research/Teaching Experience. Preferred (not required): Project Management, Basic Research Methods, Applied Research Methods, and Statistical Analyses.
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Requisition: 202600166S
Occupational Category (Staff Positions Only): Professional
Hiring Salary: Monthly-Staff
Department: Homeland Security Institute
General Requirements:
Ph.D. in public policy, political science, education or related field with emphasis in policy or assessment research. Two years of research, teaching, or experience in a related field. Knowledge and skill in applying principles and practices of project management, basic and applied research methods, and related fields of operations preferred. Experience in a project management role in a company or government agency in a related Critical Infrastructure (CI) sector is preferred: Transportation, Energy, Chemical or Healthcare. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:
Performs specific duties pertaining to research activities, special projects, and/or educational programs at the Institute for Homeland Security ( IHS ), with a focus on Critical Infrastructure Protection ( CIP ) programs.
Primary Responsibilities (Staff Positions Only):
Leads the development and implementation of assessment strategies for Institute for Homeland Security ( IHS ) programming across Critical Infrastructure Protection ( CIP ) sectors. Designs and maintains practical, repeatable assessment tools to evaluate professional development and training offerings, ensuring consistency between program delivery and evaluation practices. Performs research in an area of considerable scope and complexity. Coordinates closely with IHS personnel delivering programming to ensure assessments are implemented as intended and aligned with program objectives. Works to standardize assessment practices across offerings and supports the integration of evaluation into routine program operations. Develops and manages databases to support assessment activities and conducts statistical analyses as needed to evaluate program effectiveness. Synthesizes findings into clear, actionable outputs, including reports, summaries, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders. Serves as a primary point of contact for assessment and evidence-based practices, including presenting results at seminars, symposiums, and other events to support dissemination and stakeholder engagement. Supports external grant activities as needed, particularly in relation to evaluation and impact measurement. Performs other related duties as assigned.
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