Research Assistant

Position Responsibilities:

This position will be responsible for research and evaluation-related activities to support Dr. Castro's research. The position may offer scholarly opportunities to attend professional conferences, deliver conference presentations, and co-author manuscripts for publication. This is primarily a remote position though may include some in-person work and/or meetings. Available to work up to 20 hours per week

Tasks will include (but are not limited to):

-Work with research/evaluation teams to assist with implementing mixed-methods research (e.g. survey data, interviews, focus groups)

-Assist with quantitative and qualitative data collection and database management-recruitment of participants

-Assist with instrument development

-Build online surveys using digital platforms (e.g. Survey Monkey, REDCap, Google Forms)

-Conduct literature reviews

-Scheduling and conducting interviews and assessments with children and/or adults

-Attending weekly project team meetings

-Complete CITI training and follow Institutional Review Board (IRB) guidelines as required.

-Conduct data analysis (with training) and data entry, data organization, management of references

Required Qualifications:

-Bachelor's degree in education, research, psychology or a related field.

-Detail-oriented and strong time management skills.

-Interest in research and evaluation processes and best practices.

-Strong organizational skills (time management, note-taking, etc)

-Strong verbal communication skills

-Available to work 20 hours per week (Fall 2022/Spring 2023); Position can be renewed for Summer 2023, if interested

-Excellent organizational, oral/written communication, and interpersonal skills.

-Ability to establish priorities and to handle multiple responsibilities/tasks.

-Strong writing and editing skills.

-Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft office, Google Drive).

-Experience with a variety of data analysis techniques using quantitative and qualitative data.

-Able to work independently and ask for help when needed.

-Demonstrated commitment to working in and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace environment.

-Ability to telework.

Preferred Qualifications:

-Advanced degree in education, research, psychology or a related field.

-Knowledge of SPSS and/or other advanced statistical software.

-Understanding of VA statewide education-related policies and practices (PreK-12 level and/or
higher education); including teacher workforce and diversity/equity/inclusion

-Experience designing, directing, and conducting significant research

-Local to Richmond, VA

Salary Range: $18 - $22 - Depending on experience



Position Details:

Department: Department of Educational Leadership
Employment Type: H1 - Hourly
Restricted Status: No
FTE: .5
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt



Contact Information:

Contact Name: Andrene Castro

Contact Email: castroa2@vcu.edu