Undergraduate Research Assistant (Student)

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Department:

School of Education

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The Institute for Innovation in Education is seeking a Research Assistant (RA) for the Sport Major Study project. The RA will support the collection and analysis of data from surveys, student records, and interviews to describe the relationship between athletic performances and academic success. The RA will also manage data security and integrity, develop data dashboards, write and present results of the research.

Essential Functions:

• Support the collection and analysis of data from surveys, student records, and interviews to describe the relationship between athletic performances and academic success.

• Manage data security and integrity, develop data dashboards, write and present results of the research.

• Other duties assigned.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-time.

• 10 hours per week.

Salary Range:

• $20.00 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

• Candidates must have a background in athletics, demonstrated knowledge and experience in all aspects of research design, data analytics, and producing publications for presentations or publications.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Candidates will have experience working across and within athletic and academic settings, knowledge of measures of performance in both areas, and the ability to work collaboratively. 

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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