Research Associate 2 Positions - North Dakota Center for Persons with Disabilities (NDCPD), Minot State University

The North Dakota Center for Persons with Disabilities (NDCPD) at Minot State University is seeking two individuals to serve as a Research Associates on newly funded grant projects.

• The first position focuses on disability employment. Knowledge of federal and state policy and best practices to support individuals with disabilities in competitive integrated employment is required. Experience as an employment specialist, job coach/developer, special education teacher for transition age youth or vocational rehabilitation counselor supporting employment opportunities for youth and adults with disabilities is preferred.
• The second position focuses on general disability issues. This position requires 2-3 years related work experience in a disability-related agency/field, experience in presentations and writing technical reports or grants; and some experience in basic research activities.

BOTH positions require a bachelor's degree in one of the following fields: Special Education, Rehabilitation, Education, Management, Psychology or related field; master's degree is preferred.

For a more detailed description of these positions and their duties, visit MSU's website at http://www.minotstateu.edu/hr/jobs_04.shtml.

Deadline:     Screening begins on September 23, 2015; positions will be opened till filled.

Application Process:  Submit MSU application, resume, and references to:

Human Resources Office                  or               3rd Floor, Admin Bldg
Minot State University                                         701-858-3352
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Minot, ND 58707                                                  www.minotstateu.edu/hr/

Minot State University is a state-supported institution of higher education with an enrollment of approximately 3800 students. The university is organized into three colleges-Arts and Sciences, Business, and Education and Health Sciences and the Graduate School. Bachelor's degrees are offered in more than 40 fields, master's degrees in 12, and one specialist degree.

Minot State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and subscribes to the laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, or any other prescribed category. MSU applies Veteran's Preference Laws. Inquiries or complaints regarding equal employment, educational opportunities, or the affirmative action program should be directed to the Affirmative Action Office.