Director of Assessment and Educational Research - Office of Diversity, Inclusion & Equity
Washington University in St. Louis
Scheduled Hours
40Position Summary
The Director of Assessment and Educational Research is responsible for high-level research design, data reporting, analysis, and academic program evaluation influencing strategic initiatives, process improvement, and data integrity within the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI). This role also creates educational programming for faculty, staff, and students including seminars, journal clubs, nano-courses, and facilitates community conversations.Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Programming and Process Improvement: Assesses, Consults, and Collaborates
Designs and implements research methodologies, assessments, data analyses, and quality improvement projects to inform strategic decisions and initiatives.
Develops analytic reports and visualizations that translate complex data into actionable insights.
Ensures data integrity through rigorous quality control processes and management of diverse datasets.
Provides timely and precise reports for stakeholders to inform and support strategic planning, decision-making, and programmatic development.
Collaborates with university stakeholders to identify, collect, and analyze data from various sources, ensuring alignment with institutional goals.
Educational Program Development and Facilitation
Designs and implements educational experiences for faculty, staff, and trainees including seminars, journal clubs, and nano courses focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and graduate bioscience student experiences.
Develops curricula and instructional materials informed by current research and literature.
Facilitates community conversations and educational programming utilizing restorative practices principles to promote campus-wide dialogue, understanding, and healing.
Scholarship and Research
Presents research findings at conferences, symposiums, and academic meetings, highlighting advancements and initiatives in diversity, equity, inclusion and education.
Conducts comprehensive literature reviews to inform ongoing research and identify programmatic needs and publication opportunities in diversity, equity, inclusion and education research.
Identifies and pursues publication in various journals depending on the topic and relevance.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
Normal office environment.
Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations
Physical Effort
Typically sitting at desk or table.
Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.
Equipment
Office equipment.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Certifications:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Driver's License:
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in academic medicine or higher education setting.
- Experience in a university setting, specifically related to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, academic program analysis, and community engagement through restorative practices.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Master's degree, Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy
Certifications:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Academic Publishing, Analytical Skills, Analytical Tools, Assessment Methodologies, Communication, Curriculum Development, Data Analysis, Data Insights, Educational Research, Group Facilitating, Instructional Design, Leadership Essentials, Microsoft Excel, Multicultural Environments, New Program Development, Organizational Tasks, Program Evaluations, Project Management, Qualtrics, Research Designs, Restorative Practices, SPSS Data Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Statistics, Tableau (Software)Grade
G15Salary Range
$84,200.00 - $148,500.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.Questions
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Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/