Library Researcher jobs in Kansas City, KS

Library Researcher carries out research activities in a library. Processes requests for research information and compiles information on related topics. Being a Library Researcher requires a bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Library Researcher relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Postdoctoral Researcher
  • University of Kansas
  • Kansas, KS FULL_TIME
  • Position Overview
    The Postdoctoral Research Program at the Juniper Gardens Children's Project (JGCP) is recruiting one postdoctoral researcher interested in developing expertise in translation of research into practice to improve outcomes for individuals with Autism-Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Emotional Behavioral Disorders (EBD) in school/post-secondary settings. The postdoctoral position is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 2-year, research-dedicated fellowship.

    The Postdoctoral Researcher will have the opportunity to participate in over ten federally funded research projects, gaining the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct rigorous research. During the fellowship, postdoctoral researchers will work alongside expert and peer mentors to design and implement independent research studies culminating in peer-reviewed publications and presentations. Fellows will benefit from research-practitioner partnerships and mentorship in advanced statistics. The skills gained from this experience will prepare fellows to obtain external funding for their own independent research program.

    Applications from members of underrepresented groups are encouraged, noting the value that differences bring to our organization, students, staff, faculty, and community.

    This position may be a hybrid of on-site work and remote work as decided by supervisor.

    Fellows will achieve the following competencies through development of knowledge and expertise in:

    Competencies in ASD/EBD Content Areas.
    1. Produce systematic literature reviews and meta-analytic syntheses to examine and establish evidence-based practices.
    2. Conduct individualized research focused on individuals with ASD and/or EBD in school settings using principles of implementation science.

    Competencies in Research Skills and Knowledge.
    1. Gain familiarity with the Institute of Education Sciences' Standards of Excellence in Education Research (SEER).
    1. Apply SEER to engage in rigorous experimental single case and/or randomized controlled trial designs.
    2. Employ Multilevel and Longitudinal Modeling Analysis techniques for school-based research data.

    Professional Skills.
    1. Acquire strategies to write grants and manage research projects.
    2. Develop methods and skills to effectively disseminate research.
    3. Establish and monitor career development goals to create a strategic career development plan.

    Location and Commitment. The program is at the JGCP, a community-based urban research facility affiliated with the Institute for Life Span Studies at the University of Kansas and the Children's

    Campus of Kansas City. JGCP (), located in Kansas City, KS although some of the mentoring and research may take place in Lawrence, KS.

    This position requires a two-year commitment and location within the Kansas City-Lawrence, KS area. Granting agency requires that candidates for this position be either U.S. citizens or permanent U.S. residents. Postdoctoral Researchers must have completed their doctorates prior to their appointments. Please note that all offers of employment are contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check. Continuation after one year also is dependent on yearly funding and satisfactory annual evaluations.
    Job Description
    The Postdoctoral Researcher will work with faculty mentors as follows:

    40% - Affiliate with a Research Faculty Mentor and their research program to collaborate with this research team in the conduct of applied research with individuals with ASD/EBD. Participation will include attending weekly meetings and conducting a complementary intervention study.

    20% - Complete grant preparation activities for IES and other agencies, including literature reviews, pilot studies, and grant applications in order to learn how to write and submit a competitive application.

    15% - Attend/monitor agreed upon courses and seminars to increase content and methodological knowledge that is the focus of the project.

    10% - Produce and submit professional research documents and communications disseminating findings to the larger community of special education, such as peer-reviewed journals, and national conferences of professional organizations.

    10% - Use ASD/EBD relevant measurement tools (i.e., ADOS-2, ADI-R) to identify and evaluate the impacts of ASD/EBD on educational participation and academic performance.

    5% - Develop, maintain, and evaluate an annual Individual Fellow Plan (IFP) based on the Postdoctoral Applicant's strengths, weaknesses, and interests to organize and evaluate one's individual progress in the program.
    Position Requirements
    1. Granting agency requires that candidates for this position be either U.S. citizens or permanent U.S. residents.
    2. This position may be a hybrid of on-site work and remote work as decided by supervisor.
    Required Qualifications
    1. PhD in special education or discipline related to education and development such as language/communication disorders, applied behavior analysis, or the psychology disciplines (e.g., quantitative, child, developmental, educational, school psychology, etc.).
    2. Two years minimum experience conducting research studies with at-risk children or adolescents or children/adolescents with disabilities in school settings as evidenced by application materials.
    3. One-year experience working directly with individuals in a school-based and/or post-secondary transition setting as evidenced by application materials.
    4. Excellent writing skills as evidenced by quality of application materials, peer-reviewed publications, dissertation, and writing sample.

    NOTE: To be appointed at the Postdoctoral Researcher title, it is necessary to have the PhD conferred at the time of hire. Appointments made without a certified transcript indicating an earned doctorate are conditional hires and are appointed on an interim basis not to exceed 6-months. Upon verification of degree the appointment will be extended to its full duration.

    Preferred Qualifications
    1. Experience working directly with children with/at risk for ASD/EBD in a public school setting and/or post-secondary transition setting.
    2. Experience with statistics, statistical software, and quantitative methods (e.g., growth modeling, Mplus or R).
    3. Research experience including implementation of (a) single subject experimental design studies, or (b) experimental group design studies.
    4. Doctoral coursework that included advanced statistics courses.
    5. Interests in the uses of traditional and digital information/communication technologies in research.
    6. Publication in peer-reviewed journal in the field of special education, psychology, applied behavior analysis or related fields.
    7. Strong oral communication skills as evidenced by work and/or education experience.
    Additional Candidate Instructions
    Initial review will begin Monday, October 23rd, 2023, and will continue until a pool of qualified applicants is obtained.

    Additionally, a cover letter, vitae, professional writing sample (e.g., publication, dissertation) and contact information for three professional references who can speak to your experiences and qualifications are required for a complete online application.

    In the cover letter, please indicate how you see this particular training experience helping advance your professional skills and goals with conducting translational research in schools or post-secondary transition settings. Also, please include paragraphs describing what you would like to accomplish in each of the following domains: (1) in research on individuals with EBD and/or ASD, and (2) methodological skills and knowledge.
    Contact Information to Applicants
    For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Howard Wills at

    If you have questions about the application process, you may contact Diana Skill at

    Advertised Salary Range
    $60,000
    Work Schedule
    8:30 am -5:00 pm, Mon-Fri

    This position may be a hybrid of on-site work and remote work, as decided by supervisor.
    Application Review Begins
    Monday October 23, 2023
    Anticipated Start Date
    Wednesday August 14, 2024


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Library Clerk
  • Olathe Public Schools
  • Olathe, KS FULL_TIME
  • JobID: 16428 Position Type: Classified (non-teaching)/Support Date Posted: 5/11/2023 Location: ARBOR CREEK ELEMENTARY Date Available: August, 2023 POSITION TITLE: Library Clerk - Elementary DEPARTMENT...
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Library Courier
  • Johnson County Kansas
  • Overland Park, KS FULL_TIME
  • Johnson County Library is a 14-branch suburban library system with a long history in our community. We serve neighborhoods ranging from urban to suburban to on-the-edge-of rural. We are a fun, forward...
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Student Hourly Researcher
  • University of Kansas
  • Kansas, KS FULL_TIME
  • Position Overview The Juniper Gardens Children’s Project (JGCP; www.jgcp.ku.edu) is seeking to hire a Student Hourly to assist with an NIH funded research project. We are seeking a student researcher ...
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Library Media Assistant
  • Humboldt Unified School District 258
  • Humboldt, KS FULL_TIME
  • Position Description JOB TITLE: Middle and High School Library Media Assistant QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma; ability to lift up to 40 lbs to chest height occasionally; good communications skill...
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Library Support Clerk
  • Johnson County Kansas
  • Overland Park, KS FULL_TIME
  • Johnson County Library is a 14-branch suburban library system with a long history in our community. A suburb of the Kansas City metro area, our county is growing and diversifying. We serve neighborhoo...
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Manager Clinical Research Quality Assurance
  • Saint Luke's Health System
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Job Description Responsible for overseeing all clinical research quality assurance functions within Saint Luke's Health ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Scientist Outcomes Research
  • St. Luke's of Kansas City
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Job Description In this role you will: * Provide hands-on outcomes research support for all phases of research for the O...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Development Manager- Research Administration
  • University of Kansas Medical Center
  • Kansas City, KS
  • Department: RI Strategic Initiatives Research Development OfficePosition Title: Research Development Manager- Research A...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Technician
  • University of Kansas Medical Center
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Department: SOM KC Pathology and Lab Medicine * ---- Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Position Title: Research Technician...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pulmonary Research Project Navigator
  • University of Kansas Medical Center
  • Kansas City, KS
  • Department: SOM KC Internal Medicine - Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Technician
  • Stowers Institute for Medical Research
  • Kansas City, MO
  • The Zanders lab at Stowers Institute for Medical Research is seeking a highly motivated Research Technician wishing to p...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Technician
  • Stowers Institute for Medical Research
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Join The Mashruwala Lab and Dive into the Intriguing World of Bacteria! Our Mission: At the Mashruwala Lab, we seek to d...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Quality Assurance Associate
  • University of Kansas Medical Center
  • Kansas City, KS
  • Department: SOM KC Neurology - Neuromuscular Neuromuscular StaffPosition Title: Research Quality Assurance AssociateJob ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Kansas City is the third-largest city in the State of Kansas, the county seat of Wyandotte County, and the third-largest city of the Kansas City metropolitan area. Kansas City, Kansas is abbreviated as "KCK" to differentiate it from Kansas City, Missouri, after which it is named. It is part of a consolidated city-county government known as the "Unified Government". Wyandotte County also includes the independent cities of Bonner Springs and Edwardsville. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 145,786 residents. It is situated at Kaw Point, which is the junction of the Missouri an...
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