Student Worker - Research Assistant
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Job Title: Student Worker - Research Assistant
Job Classification: Lab and Research Support Student
Department: School of Education
Hiring Manager: Erik Carter
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Work Schedule: 10-15 hours per week between 8am - 5pm MTWTF
Desired Length of Employment: Ongoing
Pay Rate: $15/hr
Job Description:
The purpose of this research projectcalled Raising Texas Voicesis to study how different generations of Texans with developmental disabilities and their families (a) view disability and their experiences (b) engage in advocacy and (c) prefer to learn how to advocate effectively. Our findings will inform statewide advocacy strategies training formats and outreach efforts in order to improve overall engagement across the diverse disability community in Texas. We have positions available for Baylor students interested in helping contribute to our recruitment data collection data analysis and dissemination activities. This project is based in the Baylor Center for Developmental Disabilities. Between 10-15 hours per week.
Responsibilities:
This position may include some or all of the following activities:
Conducting literature reviews
Conducting or assisting with interviews of individuals with disabilities and/or families
Entering cleaning and preparing data
Analyzing qualitative and/or quantitative data under the guidance of researchers
Managing and organizing our data
Identifying relevant organizations and networks for recruitment
Contacting organizations by phone and email to recruit partners and participants
Developing and formatting resources related to our findings
Attending regular project meetings
Qualifications:
Availability to complete hours in-person at the Center during business hours
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Commitment to detail and intentionality in work
Strong written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Prior experience in data collection analysis and/or literature reviews is preferred
Fluency in Spanish is preferred for one position but not required
Employer: Baylor University
Work Location: First Floor Marrs McLean Science Building (MMSCI)
Work Address: 1214 S 4th St Waco TX 76706
Employment Type
Part-Time
