Director - PSU Administrative Data Accelerator

Pennsylvania State University   University Park, PA   Full-time     Administration / Clerical
Posted on April 18, 2024
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Director - PSU Administrative Data Accelerator

The Evidence-to-Impact Collaborative within the Social Science Research Institute at Penn State University, University Park, is seeking applicants to direct the PSU Administrative Data Accelerator.

The Data Accelerator works across the university and with external partners to leverage government, industry, and practice data to advance the impact of applied computational social sciences on health and society. At its core, the Data Accelerator seeks to make science more impactful by increasing the use of data produced by the very systems we seek to improve (e.g., healthcare, criminal justice, child welfare, labor market, etc.)

This Director-level position will oversee unit operations and have the opportunity to lead an interdisciplinary group focused on improving research operations and conducting impactful science.

Education and Experience: Candidates should have a terminal degree at the time of hire in relevant areas of study (Social Sciences, Public Administration, or Information Sciences) (PhD) or Data Sciences (MS). Those applying with terminal master's degrees in the data sciences should have at least 3 years of applied experience with administrative data.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience using administrative data and interest in improving research infrastructure. This includes leadership in overseeing the management of sensitive data assets, in collaboration with partners conducting interdisciplinary research. The successful candidate for this role will be a self-directed, creative thinker who is able to strategically plan, build consensus, and problem solve to move work forward.

The successful candidate will also have the following:
  • Interest in being a leader in the use of administrative data to address pressing social issues
  • Ability to engage with key stakeholders (government, industry, & university) around data acquisition and data use agreements
  • Interest in organization building—including collaborating on external grant proposals and improving
  • Familiarity with database management and warehousing solutions (e.g., SQL, AWS, Snowflake)
  • Strong oral and written language communication -including experience writing grants and a scientific publications
  • Commitment to data privacy and security, as well as promoting equity, inclusion, and safety
  • Use of diplomacy and effective decision making to manage multiple competing priorities and perspectives


SSRI's Evidence-to-Impact Collaborative (evidence2impact.psu.edu) is committed to embracing and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. The vision of the EIC is to enhance how research evidence and data are used in decision-making processes to create positive impact and improve lives. Our team accomplishes this through transdisciplinary partnership supporting the generation and translation of research evidence to policymakers.

This term position is initially funded for one year and includes the opportunity to work on multi-year projects with excellent possibility of renewal.

Application: Qualified candidates should submit a letter describing interest, a CV outlining background and experience, and the names of three references.

This position requires the following clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, in addition to tuition discounts, and paid holidays. Please visit https://hr.psu.edu/prospective-employee for more detailed information.


Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Academic/job/Penn-State-University-Park/Director---PSU-Administrative-Data-Accelerator_REQ_0000043486-2

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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.





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Pennsylvania State University

University Park , PA