PROGRAM EVALUATOR

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.The Department of Biomedical Informatics and Medical Education has an outstanding opportunity for a program evaluator (payroll title: Research Scientist/Engineer 2) with the Division of Medical Education and Evaluation. The primary role of this position will be to create/develop/disseminate reports detailing student outcomes from all phases of the UW School of Medicine (UWSOM) MD program. These reports are important for both continuous quality improvement and accreditation. This position also provides research support to the UWSOM Director of Educational Evaluation for ad hoc evaluation projects as needed. A secondary role of this position will be to provide auxiliary support to Division staff managing examinations for students in the MD program.RESPONSIBILITIES:Program Evaluation• Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses related to program evaluation• Assist in the management and maintenance of student databases to generate reports on student outcomes• Perform related duties as requiredTesting Service:• Manage the construction and delivery of computerized assessments for pre-clinical curriculum• Provide support for faculty with test development, including training in test item writing• Perform test and item analyses, providing interpretation of results to faculty and students• Generate reports summarizing the findings of exams for faculty/administrators, including statistical analyses pertaining to validity, reliability, and group differencesMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:• Master''s level degree in Public Health, Educational Psychology, Biostatistics, Statistics, Research Psychology, or related field• Up to 3 months of job-related experienceEquivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:• Ability to independently interpret, analyze and synthesize complex information• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, including the ability to meet deadlines and attention to detail• Demonstrated ability in creating and managing datasets• Demonstrated knowledge of statistical analysis software to clean and analyze quantitative data• Demonstrated problem-solving skills• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written• Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with a team• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software as needed• Ability to handle confidential information responsiblyDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:• Minimum two years of experience in a related area or equivalent• Experience evaluating higher education programs• Experience with SPSS statistical software• Experience with survey design and survey softwareWORKING CONDITIONS:• The position occasionally requires the employee to work beyond a normal work week (e.g., more than 40 hours a week) and intermittently requires evening and weekend time to meet project deadlines and attend meetings• Hybrid (in-person/remote) work schedule available, subject to approval and based on business needsApplication Process:The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select ''Apply to this position''. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your ''My Jobs'' page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your ''My Jobs'' page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state mitted to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral.The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [Click Here to Email Your Resumé].COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENTGovernor Inslee''s Proclamation 21-14.2 requires employees of higher education and healthcare institutions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. View the Final candidate guide to COVID-19 vaccination requirement webpage for information about the medical or religious exemption process for final candidates.

Created: 2026-03-07