• Survey Researcher
  • CUPA-HR

Position Information

  • ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    CUPA-HR has an opening for the position of Survey Researcher with these primary functions:

    A. SURVEY DEVELOPMENT AND EDITING
    • Identify key concepts to be measured.
    • Define target populations.
    • Create and edit survey questions using research-based best practices.
    B. PROJECT MANAGEMENT
    • Assist with the identification of target audiences and stakeholders.
    • Assist with the assessment of data needs and wants of the higher ed HR community.
    • Manage multiple projects and timelines.
    • Manage expectations and clearly communicate with team members in an environment of change.
    • Take ownership of and lead projects as assigned.
    C. DATA COLLECTION AND MANAGEMENT
    • Oversee data collection.
    • Ensure data is as error-free as possible.
    • Ensure data is secure and confidential.
    • Ensure data is appropriately accessible.
    D. DATA ANALYSIS AND DISSEMINATION
    • Perform appropriate descriptive and inferential statistical analyses.
    • Communicate research results to technical and non-technical audiences via written reports.
    • Collaborate with the data visualization developer to create charts and graphics that summarize and highlight the data.
    • Present results at conferences, webinars, and other appropriate events.
    E. USER ASSISTANCE
    • Respond to user requests for assistance in submitting, accessing, or using data.
    • Teach research skills labs that promote skills in data-driven decision-making.

    The Survey Researcher performs functions that support the mission of maintaining CUPA-HR’s position as the platinum standard for higher ed workforce research and building CUPA-HR’s research capacity to collect and communicate data that inform decisions around higher ed workplace issues. The Survey Researcher must fully understand survey methodology, statistical analysis, project management, data communication, and scientific writing.

    The Survey Researcher collaborates with other members of the research team, other members of the CUPA-HR National Office Staff, survey vendors, and members of the higher ed HR community to develop surveys; enable and enhance survey participation; analyze results; and develop effective methods for communicating data visually, orally, and in writing that enable higher ed HR leadership to make informed decisions about hiring, retaining, and compensating staff and faculty talent, as well as improving and advocating for the higher ed workplace. Thus, this position requires an ability to collaborate, clearly and frequently communicate, and manage various stakeholders in achieving project goals.

    ASSIGNMENT, REVIEW, AND APPROVAL OF WORK

    The Survey Researcher reports to the Senior Survey Researcher, who prioritizes and assigns all work. The Survey Researcher also consults and collaborates with the research team, other national office staff, and leaders of the higher ed HR community to achieve objectives, get feedback, and generate ideas for new projects.

    The survey researcher is expected to be proactive, work both independently and collaboratively, and organize and prioritize tasks to assure timely data collection and delivery of results, staying consistent with the mission, goals, and established standards and strategic priorities of the association. Further, the survey researcher must represent CUPA-HR in a professional, accurate, and responsive manner when handling external and internal communications. Also, it is of utmost importance that the survey researcher maintains the confidentiality of association information.

    EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

    EDUCATION
    • Graduate degree in psychology, other social science, institutional research, data analytics, or related field is required. Doctoral degree is preferred; however, those with a master’s degree and commensurate level of experience should not hesitate to apply.
     
    EXPERIENCE
    • Requires experience and expertise in the following, with a desire to build on skills in any area that needs development:
      • Scientific writing
      • Communicating results and data concepts to non-technical audiences
      • Data analysis
      • Survey development
    • Experience in workplace, institutional, or organizational assessment is a plus.
    • Experience with human resources data is a plus.
    • Experience in database management or data visualization is a plus.

    REQUIRED SKILLS
    • Survey design and implementation
    • Quantitative data analysis (e.g., descriptive statistics, ANOVA, regression, factor analysis, other modeling techniques)
    • Ability to understand and co-develop graphic representations of data
    • Scientific writing (reports or articles)
    • Detail- and deadline-oriented
    • Respect for data confidentiality and sensitivity
    • Strong communication and writing skills.
    WORKING CONDITIONS
    Position is a regular, full-time, exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Some evening hours, weekend work, and travel will be required. 
    CUPA-HR is a fully remote, 4-day workweek organization.
    SALARY RANGE AND BENEFITS
    Annual salary $85K-90K, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
    Benefits for regular, full-time employees consist of:
    • Very generous organization contribution to medical and dental benefits.
    • 10% CUPA-HR contribution to retirement savings plan with required employee contribution of 5%.
    • A generous leave policy and 12 paid holidays.
    • Basic life insurance funded by CUPA-HR for all employees.
    • A great, collaborative, casual working environment with an organization that has a firm commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
    • A flexible work schedule.
    • Professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement.

    TO APPLY

    Applications will be accepted starting June 6, 2024. To apply, go to the following link:
    https://www.cupahr.org/about/employment-opportunities/

    A resume or vita, cover letter, and portfolio of research work [including copies of surveys developed, publications (reports or articles), and/or presentations] are required to apply. Also, provide the names and contact information for three references. At least one reference should be a former or current faculty member who can comment on research experience. Review of application information will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

    CUPA-HR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, handicap, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. CUPA-HR also complies with all provisions of USERRA relating to reservists’ and veterans’ rights. We are committed to having a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce, and we strongly encourage job seekers from under-represented groups to apply.

     

Organization Information

  • ABOUT CUPA-HR

    CUPA-HR is higher ed HR. We serve higher education by providing the knowledge, resources, advocacy, and connections to achieve organizational and workforce excellence. CUPA-HR is a fully remote organization serving over 34,000 HR professionals and other campus leaders at more than 1,800 member institutions nationwide. The association offers learning and professional development programs, higher education workforce data, extensive online resources, and just-in-time regulatory and legislative information. We believe in championing diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving for constant innovation, upholding the highest levels of service, and maintaining integrity in everything we do.

    CUPA-HR’s comprehensive higher ed workforce surveys collect data on salaries, benefits, and demographics for all higher ed employees. We began our data collection in 1967 and we subsequently maintain one of the largest workforce databases in existence. Our data are considered the benchmark and platinum standard for higher education. More than 1,400 colleges and universities participate in our data collections annually, across all institutional types. We monitor trends, explore emerging workforce issues, conduct research, and promote strategic discussions among colleges and universities.
     
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