Temp/Casual Research Assistant | University of Minnesota Twin Cities Job at University of Minnesota Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN

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  • University of Minnesota Twin Cities
  • Minneapolis, MN

Job Description

Position Overview

Dr. Anne Larson, from the Center for Applied Research and Educational Improvement (CAREI), is seeking part-time temporary research assistants to support ongoing projects related to early childhood development, professional development, and family engagement. Each position will be hired to work up to 14 hours per week. 

The Research Assistant(s) will support and interact with Dr. Anne Larson, other University of Minnesota staff, project consultants, and students engaged in work within CAREI and partner units. Most meetings and team communication will be conducted remotely; however, in-person attendance for other primary responsibilities may be needed.

The University of Minnesota encourages a healthy work life balance for employees. CEHD is committed to an excellent employee experience, offering a flexible work environment that meets the needs of students, staff, faculty, and the communities we serve. Flexible work arrangements may include flexibility in schedule and/or work location. Please note that 100% remote work requires approval. All UMN employees are expected to follow applicable public health and safety procedures.  


Job Responsibilities


Data Collection and Analysis (70%)
● Data collection with families and young children with disabilities in homes (when possible) or via distance technology
● Data coding and data entry
● Translation of project materials, data, and results
● Communication (in multiple languages) with study participants, including families, early intervention providers, and other researchers and team members
● Collaborate on interpretation of data, applying lived experience and knowledge in a particular focus community or communities


Dissemination (20%)
● Support reports, manuscripts, and conference presentation preparation
● Opportunities may be available to co-author and present study results

Project Management (10%)
● Manage clerical responsibilities for research projects
● General project management assistance (e.g. goal tracking, regulatory compliance, etc.)
● Ordering and tracking supplies and equipment

Required Qualifications

● Bachelor's degree (or pursuing degree) in communication disorders, early childhood special education, child/developmental psychology, or a related field
● Spanish or Hmong language proficiency (conversational fluency required, native level is preferred)
● Ability to collaborate effectively with people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and identities
● Proficient with Excel and other Microsoft Suite programs (e.g., Word, PowerPoint)
● Proficient in Zoom or other video conferencing systems
● Detail-oriented
● Strong communication skills and ability to work as a member of a team


Preferred Qualifications

● Knowledge of, or experience in, early intervention systems for infants and toddlers suspected or labeled as having delays/disabilities including coaching and routines-based intervention
● Research experience working with children and/or families
● Knowledge of Qualtrics, NVivo, REDCap, Trello, or other similar data and project management systems
● Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, experimental designs including qualitative research (survey design, focus groups), single-case research, and group design studies

About University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The University of Minnesota, founded in the belief that all people are enriched by understanding, is dedicated to the advancement of learning and the search for truth; to the sharing of this knowledge through education for a diverse community; and to the application of this knowledge to benefit the people of the state, the nation, and the world.

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Job Tags

Temporary work, Part time, Casual work, Flexible hours,

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