On this episode, Katie is joined by Dr. Mary Ellen Dello Stritto, assistant director of the Ecampus Research Unit at Oregon State University and is involved with the design and implementation of research studies on online/distance education. She manages and oversees statistical analyses for the research unit. Dello Stritto also directs the Faculty Fellows Program and a professional development program for faculty. She has a background in psychology with a specialization in quantitative methodologies, survey design, and statistical analysis. Segment 1: What Does a Research Unit Do? [00:00-11:32] In this first segment, Mary Ellen shares about the work of the Ecampus Research Unit. Segment 2: Strategies for Starting a New Research Position [11:33-21:43] In segment two, Mary Ellen offers strategies for getting started in a new research position. Segment 3: Something New for the RIA podcast [21:44-31:07] In segment three, Mary Ellen shares about a new series of episodes for the RIA podcast. To share feedback about this podcast episode, ask questions that could be featured in a future episode, or to share research-related resources, contact the “Research in Action” podcast: Twitter: @RIA_podcast or #RIA_podcast Email: riapodcast@oregonstate.edu Voicemail: 541-737-1111 If you listen to the podcast via iTunes, please consider leaving us a review. The views expressed by guests on the Research in Action podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Ecampus or Oregon State University.