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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Learning and Performance Systems Department within the College of Education is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to join the team at the University Park campus. The successful candidate will support research initiatives in workforce and higher education by:

Conducting comprehensive literature reviews based on specified analytical criteria. Summarizing, synthesizing, and identifying patterns across relevant studies. Assisting in the preparation and development of scholarly manuscripts. Performing additional research-related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Products (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills without micromanagement, the ability to work independently, and the ability to act ethically with research subjects and data
• Fluent English language writing, speaking, and comprehension.
• Ability to collaborate with others in a positive and productive way.
• Must (a) pass and maintain CITI training status and (b) become an authorized adult per AD39.
• (Preferred) Graduate coursework in research ethics, methods, or educational and learning theories.
• (Preferred) Research interests in workforce development and higher education

Compensation

8 hours per week for 9 weeks at $25.00/ hour.

This position offers flexible scheduling, to be coordinated in collaboration with the research team.

Apply through Workday with a resume (no more than two pages) and a short (no more than one page) letter of interest with your qualifications, interests, and reason for applying for the job.

 If you have any questions about the role or responsibilities, please reach out to Dr. Seong Ji Jeong (sfj5484@psu.edu).

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

 

 

 

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, su