Research Assistant (Per Diem)

Job Summary 

Several Research Assistants (RA) are sought to support a research study on carceral conditions and culture.

This position works on an as-needed basis.

Essential Functions 

• Assisting in management of study records, both paper and electronic.
• Participating in survey administration, including inside of a custodial environment.
• Data coding and management.
• Adhering to codes of the conduct for research, university activities and correctional institutions.

Required Qualifications 

• Minimum of Bachelors Degree in Criminology/Criminal Justice or a related discipline.
• Ability to travel regionally as assigned. 
• Ability to complete training for Human Subjects Research in the social sciences.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience with primary data collection, particularly with justice-involved populations and with conducting confidential semi-structured interviews.
• Training or direct experience with qualitative and/or quantitative data collection
• Ability to conduct engaged research with justice-involved populations, members of vulnerable populations, and agency leadership.
• Highly organized and attentive to detail.

Location 

• University City, Philadelphia, PA  

Additional Information 

This is a Part time Per Diem position classified as non-exempt. The pay offered is based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.   

For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Per Diem/Casual/Temporary Benefit Fact Sheet.  

Special Instructions to the Applicant 

In addition to a CV/resume, please upload a cover letter describing research interests and experience and addressing fit with the project described.

The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until it is completed.