Hourly Research Assistant
Hourly Research Assistant
- 514226
- Denton, Texas, United States
- Hourly
Title: Hourly Research Assistant
Employee Classification: Non-Pos Hourly Posting Code
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Provost
SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Information
Department: UNT-Learning Technologies-133300
Job Location: Denton
Salary: $25/hour
FTE: 0.48
Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Department Summary
The Department of Learning Technologies at the University of North Texas (UNT) in Denton is housed within the College of Information. It focuses on improving human performance, training, and cognitive development by integrating information, computing, and language technologies into various educational and corporate environments.
Position Overview
The PIs of a grant project entitled Sensory Flexible Workspace Environments are seeking a research assistant to work on this project. The RA will play a key role in recruiting participants, data collection and analysis, and research dissemination, while receiving close mentorship in research design and implementation.
Minimum Qualifications
• Masters degree in Learning Technologies or related field
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Understanding of workspace modules
• Calm and patient demeanor
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong initiative
Preferred Qualifications
• Proficient with data analysis
• Understanding of neurodiverse populations
• Flexibility
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Job Duties
- • Recruit participants on campus
• Assist with data collection and organization on campus (surveys, interviews)
• Support qualitative and quantitative data analysis under faculty mentorship
• Organize data
• Assist with research materials, documentation, and dissemination (e.g., presentations, reports)
• Participate in research meetings and collaborative analysis
• Assist with research materials, documentation, and dissemination (e.g., presentations, reports)
• Participate in regular research meetings and collaborative analysis
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
On campus, hours vary
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
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EEO Statement
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