Undergraduate Research Assistant (Student)

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Department:

School of Public Affairs

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

Using a mixed-methods design, this study will include qualitative interviews of 15-20 incarcerated individuals and 8-12 correctional staff in four facilities in Maryland or Pennsylvania. This study will also rely on quantitative analysis of name-redacted records of disciplinary actions, program completion, and leadership roles. 

 

Essential Functions:

• Background research on protocol development.

• Background research on IRB requirements for vulnerable populations (incarcerated people).

• Assist with development of survey items.

• Assist with submission to American University IRB.

• Outreach to prisons in efforts to gain access and assist with prison visit scheduling.

 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-time.

• 10 hours per week.

Salary Range:

• $18.50 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

• Current AU undergraduate student.

• Organized.

• Teachable.

• Works well in a team environment.

• Familiar with prison environment and regulations.

 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• All AU students are eligible to apply for this position, with a preference for those students with a Federal Work Study award.

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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