Qualitative Research Specialist

DESCRIPTION:

The Qualitative Research Specialist executes research projects being conducted through the Faithful Formation Grant. The Faithful Formation Grant is a Lilly Endowment initiative developed to equip parents and caregivers to pass their faith to their children. Research activities under the grant include analysis of intergenerational relationships among women, book signings/talks, and workshops. This is a term appointment and grant-funded position.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP

The Qualitative Researcher executes activities and research under the direction of faculty in the Building Communities and Nurturing Relationships framework of the Seminary.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Collaborate in planning and execution of grant projects under faculty direction.
  • Engage community partners in research and recruit participants.
  • Resource and prepare activity packets for families.
  • Conduct interviews and activities with families.
  • Collection and management of transcripts.
  • Assist in coding, analysis and organization.
  • Maintain accurate records with confidentiality.
  • Manage email, equipment and supplies for projects.
  • Assist faculty in content creation and workshop opportunities.
  • Attend project meetings and assist in tracking progress of deliverables.
  • Prepare reports and remain in budget.
  • Travel as needed for project objectives.
  • Perform job duties as assigned under faculty direction.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor of Arts or equivalent; Master’s in Human Development, Family Science, Christian Education, or an allied field strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization and discretion.
  • Experience planning, scheduling and executing projects.
  • Experience conducting interviews or administering activities with families.
  • Critical thinking skills with flexibility and creativity.
  • Strong computer literacy with ability to learn new software; experience with qualitative software preferred.
  • Demonstrated skill in literature search and review, research methods (especially qualitative research, and manuscript preparation in APA and/or Chicago styles).

COMPENSATION:

This is a term appointment and grant funded position.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

  1. CV/Resume and cover letter including a summary of undergraduate and graduate experience in research.
  2. Research sample.
  3. List of three references to be contacted with applicant approval.

Submit completed materials to Dr. Lesley Ann Earles via Pheniece Semien at psemien@lpts.edu.
Submissions reviewed on a rolling basis until filled by qualified applicant.

For full consideration please submit materials by Nov 1, 2026.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

A background screening is required.

ABOUT LOUISVILLE SEMINARY:

Founded in 1853, Louisville Seminary offers an inclusive and diverse learning community, welcoming students from wide ecumenical backgrounds while maintaining its long, historic commitment to the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A. Louisville Seminary is led by the Holy Spirit to educate people to proclaim the Gospel, to care for all, and to work for justice in communities everywhere. It is distinguished by its nationally recognized marriage and family therapy and field education programs, the scholarship and church service among its faculty and a commitment to training individuals to participate in the continuing ministry of Jesus Christ. For more information, call (800-264-1839 or visit lpts.edu.

Louisville Seminary is committed to providing our employees an environment that is inspiring, creative and respectful. Louisville Seminary is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, age, creed, sexual orientation or any other protected class.