What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Program Evaluation and Research position at University of Notre Dame?
Director, Program Evaluation and Research
Institute for Educational Initiatives
University of Notre Dame
The Institute for Educational Initiatives strives to improve the education of all youth, particularly the underserved, with an emphasis on Catholic schools. Its teaching, scholarship, and service reflect Notre Dame's commitment to advance K-12 schooling. The Institute operates numerous programs and initiatives in pursuit of its mission, including programs aimed at strengthening and sustaining Catholic schools through the Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE).
The Institute for Educational Initiatives seeks an experienced professional evaluator for the role of Director of Program Evaluation and Research. The Director is responsible for overseeing and contributing to formative and summative evaluations of various programs within the Institute as well as cultivating a spirit of inquiry and collaborating on research with and among Institute faculty. The Director will be instrumental in advancing the position of the Institute as a national leader in effective data practices through partnerships with (arch)dioceses. The Director will also be a member of the faculty, teaching at least two courses in their area of educational expertise during the academic year and/or summer session.
Competitive candidates will have a terminal degree in a relevant field, experience conducting program evaluations (preferably for educational organizations), and demonstrated excellence in scholarship. Familiarity with and previous experience working or researching in Catholic education is strongly preferred. The Director is appointed to the Teaching, Research, or Professor of the Practice Faculty of the University of Notre Dame at a rank commensurate with experience. The position will begin July 1, 2023.
Applicants should submit the following materials:
1) a cover letter that summarizes the applicant's professional experience and qualifications for the position;
2) an updated curriculum vitae;
3) a sample of scholarly writing (e.g. journal article for an academic or practitioner audience, book chapter, etc.)
4) and a list of references, who will only be contacted if the candidate is a finalist for the position.
Additional information about the Institute for Educational Initiatives Program Evaluation and Research unit can be found at https://iei.nd.edu/program-evaluation-and-research. To guarantee full consideration, applications must be received by November 11, 2022, but the review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Questions and informal inquiries regarding this position may be directed to Dr. Monica Kowalski (kowalski.42@nd.edu), the Search Committee Chair. All application materials, including recommendations submitted directly from recommenders, should be submitted electronically via Interfolio at this link:
http://apply.interfolio.com/113650
The University is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to fostering a culturally diverse atmosphere for faculty, staff, and students. We strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, and those attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. The University also considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.
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