Research Assistant - Student Worker

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This part-time, project-based opportunity is designed for a doctoral student seeking practical experience in applied research and evaluation.

You will work closely with a faculty Principal Investigator and contribute to meaningful, real-world research initiatives.

The role centers on mixed-methods research, including qualitative inquiry, process evaluation, and collaborative data interpretation.

You will support projects focused on improving outcomes for youth through data-informed decision-making and continuous learning.

The position offers hands-on exposure to interviews, focus groups, surveys, observations, data analysis, and research synthesis.

You will help translate complex findings into clear, actionable insights for diverse stakeholders.

This is a collaborative, fully remote opportunity suited to a detail-oriented researcher eager to strengthen their applied research capabilities.

Accountabilities

• Support the implementation of mixed-methods research and evaluation activities, including interviews, focus groups, surveys, and observations.
• Manage research data by cleaning, organizing, documenting, and preparing information for analysis.
• Conduct qualitative coding and thematic analysis under the guidance of the faculty Principal Investigator.
• Assist with quantitative analysis, including descriptive statistics and basic trend analysis.
• Contribute to process mapping and documentation of workflows, partnerships, and project dynamics.
• Synthesize research findings in alignment with evaluation questions and learning objectives.
• Help develop reports, learning briefs, presentations, and data visualizations.
• Translate technical research findings into accessible and actionable insights for non-technical audiences.
• Participate in project meetings, partner convenings, and collaborative sensemaking sessions.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure assigned deliverables are completed on time.
• Take on additional research and project-support responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, preferably in psychology, organizational leadership, public administration, education, or a related field.
• Current enrollment in a doctoral program, preferably in psychology, organizational leadership, public administration, education, or a related discipline.
• Graduate-level experience with qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods research methodologies.
• Previous experience in program evaluation, applied research, or community-based research is preferred.
• Experience working in education, workforce development, public health, nonprofit, or similarly mission-driven environments is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present research clearly to varied audiences.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking capabilities, including the ability to interpret data and draw well-supported conclusions.
• Familiarity with qualitative research tools such as NVivo and/or quantitative tools such as SPSS, R, or comparable platforms is preferred.
• Knowledge of equity-centered, participatory, or community-engaged research approaches.
• Experience working with diverse or underserved populations.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a collaborative environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to transform complex research outputs into clear, accessible formats for non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits

• Compensation: $20.00 per hour.
• Work arrangement: Fully remote within the United States.
• Schedule: Part-time, project-based student employment.
• Project exposure: Hands-on experience with applied research, program evaluation, mixed-methods methodologies, and real-world data interpretation.
• Mentorship: Direct guidance and professional development through collaboration with a faculty Principal Investigator.
• Student employment: Opportunities are available to eligible undergraduate and graduate students enrolled and attending courses.
• Annual limit: Student positions are generally limited to a maximum of 1,000 hours per year.
• Benefits eligibility: Student employees generally do not receive accrued sick or vacation time, health or life insurance, or other employee benefits unless otherwise required or specified.
• Professional growth: Opportunity to strengthen research, analytical, communication, data management, and evaluation skills through practical project work.