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University of Virginia · 2 months ago

Research in Education and Learning Lab Research Assistant (Staff Wage)

United States

Part-time

Remote

Entry Level

$16/hr - $25/hr

4+ years exp

The University of Virginia is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to support ongoing projects related to learning and motivation in educational contexts. The role involves data collection, transcription, coding, data processing, and assisting with grant and manuscript preparation.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Collect data through structured sessions, interviews, or classroom-based observations

Establish rapport with participants, including children and educators, and ensure adherence to study protocols

Accurately transcribe and code collected data using project guidelines

Conduct preliminary data cleaning and descriptive analyses

Assist with literature reviews, manuscript preparation, and grant writing tasks as needed

Record and manage data using secure systems, maintaining strict confidentiality

Attend team meetings (virtual and in-person) to coordinate with other lab members

In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned

Qualification

Data collectionData transcriptionData analysisGrant writingLiterature reviewOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsCollaborative attitude

Required

High School diploma or equivalent required

4+ years of relevant experience which may include student experience. may accept equivalent combination of experience, education, certification in lieu of experience

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