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University of Nebraska - Omaha

Research Specialist (NCJR) (Open to UNO Employees Only)

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Omaha, NE

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $70K

💻 Research

🗓️ December 29th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Nebraska Omaha is hiring a Research Specialist (NCJR). The role involves conducting research, coordinating projects, performing data analysis, and supporting statewide research and technical assistance projects under the direction of the Nebraska Center for Justice Research Director. The specialist develops research designs, data collection and management strategies, writes reports and manuscripts, collaborates with funding agencies, and participates in community engagement activities.

Highlights
  • Provide research, coordination, and data analysis for statewide justice research projects.
  • Develop research designs, data collection methods, and project coordination strategies.
  • Write and edit reports and manuscripts; monitor reports and liaise with funding agencies.
  • Participate in community engagement activities requiring travel as needed.
  • Required software knowledge includes SPSS and Excel; experience with analysis software is desired.
  • Preferred education is a PhD in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, or related social sciences.
  • Requires 2-4 years of criminology and/or criminal justice research experience; coordination or technical assistance experience preferred.
  • Appointment is full-time (100% FTE) with an annual salary of $70,000 and a 12-month term.
  • Reports to the Director of the Nebraska Center for Justice Research within the College of Public Affairs & Community Service, School of Criminology & Criminal Justice.
  • Partial remote/telecommute work opportunity is available.