The Iowa Reading Research Center (IRRC) seeks an Assistant Research Scientist to support and conduct literacy research, helping advance evidence-based reading practices and educational initiatives in the areas of reading and/or writing disabilities, literacy instruction, and teacher professional development. This role involves designing and executing studies, analyzing data, and contributing to reports, publications, and presentations for funded projects. This role will collaborate and coordinate with internal and external partners, including school sites and key personnel, to impact student literacy outcomes by developing and facilitating professional development, providing technical assistance to district leadership, and facilitating district partner data analysis and dissemination.
This is a 100% specified term position through June 30, 2025. May be eligible for renewal.
Flexible work arrangements within the state of Iowa may be arranged with approval from IRRC.
Hybrid within Iowa: This position is eligible for a combination of on-campus and remote work within Iowa. Work arrangement options will be discussed during the hiring process. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.
Specific Job Duties and Tasks
To obtain the full job description including key areas of responsibility, technical competencies, and desirable qualifications, please contact [email protected]
About the Iowa Reading Research Center
The purpose of the Iowa Reading Research Center is to improve the literacy proficiency of pre-kindergarten through twelfth-grade students. IRRC’s work is done in four main categories: Research: Conducting research in practical settings to evaluate the effectiveness of literacy practices and the usefulness of assessments for guiding literacy instruction. Professional Learning: Facilitating professional learning for educators on literacy instructional strategies and related topics online through eLearning and in-person at workshops and conferences. Technical Assistance: Collaborating with local education agencies to provide technical assistance involving planning and implementation to address a specific literacy issue. Family Resources: Offering family resources to help family members and caregivers take an active role in their children’s literacy skill development; assisting families affected by a reading disability through assistive technology consultation and eLearning. All efforts of the Iowa Reading Research Center are conducted in collaboration with educators, parents, community representatives, and policymakers. Results have a direct application to literacy policy and education in Iowa.
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Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For questions, contact Alex Schutman at [email protected]
Benefits Highlights
Regular salaried position. Pay Level 5A. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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