Purdue University
Temporary - Support
Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, United States, 47907
Job Summary
Dr. Purpura is seeking to hire 6-10 research assistants to support field investigations across on a study focused on examining early care and education quality. Research assistants will work directly with study subjects on recruitment and data collection, including conducting observational assessments within early education classrooms, administering standardized measures one-on-one with young children, and distributing surveys to parents and teachers. Research assistants may also prepare and enter complex quantitative and qualitative data and manage multiple tracking systems for progress monitoring. They must be able to work independently, possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and follow lab protocols and ethical procedures for working with human subjects. Researcher assistants must have access to a personal vehicle that they can use to drive up to 2 hours in each direction for data collection. It is preferred that the research assistants are based near Purdue's campus in Lafayette or West Lafayette, which will serve as the hub for data collection and project meetings.
Position OverviewEngaging directly with study participants to facilitate recruitment and conduct data collection.Performing observational assessments in early education classrooms.Administering standardized measures to young children individually.Distributing surveys to parents and teachers.Handling preparation and entry of both quantitative and qualitative data.Managing multiple tracking systems to monitor project progress.Position Details
Part-time, hourly employment.Flexible work schedules typically between 7 am and 6 pm on weekdays.Expected commitment of 10-30 hours per week.Employment duration of one year.Compensation of $20 per hour (benefits not included).Reimbursement of personal vehicle mileage.Requirements
Must adhere strictly to lab protocols and ethical guidelines governing research with human subjects.Candidates should ideally be available to start by September 1 or sooner.Location requirement: Candidates must reside in or near Lafayette/West Lafayette for prompt reporting to Purdue University West Lafaayette's campus post-data collection.Access to a personal vehicle for travel to various data collection sites is essential.Please submit your resume/CV and a cover letter detailing your interest and relevant experience.
Education
A bachelor's degree in child development, early childhood education, psychology, or a related fieldExperience
One or more years of experience conducting research in educational settings.Training Requirement
Qualified candidates will participate in a mandatory training session held at Purdue University West Lafayette
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Dr. Purpura is seeking to hire 6-10 research assistants to support field investigations across on a study focused on examining early care and education quality. Research assistants will work directly with study subjects on recruitment and data collection, including conducting observational assessments within early education classrooms, administering standardized measures one-on-one with young children, and distributing surveys to parents and teachers. Research assistants may also prepare and enter complex quantitative and qualitative data and manage multiple tracking systems for progress monitoring. They must be able to work independently, possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and follow lab protocols and ethical procedures for working with human subjects. Researcher assistants must have access to a personal vehicle that they can use to drive up to 2 hours in each direction for data collection. It is preferred that the research assistants are based near Purdue's campus in Lafayette or West Lafayette, which will serve as the hub for data collection and project meetings.
Position OverviewEngaging directly with study participants to facilitate recruitment and conduct data collection.Performing observational assessments in early education classrooms.Administering standardized measures to young children individually.Distributing surveys to parents and teachers.Handling preparation and entry of both quantitative and qualitative data.Managing multiple tracking systems to monitor project progress.Position Details
Part-time, hourly employment.Flexible work schedules typically between 7 am and 6 pm on weekdays.Expected commitment of 10-30 hours per week.Employment duration of one year.Compensation of $20 per hour (benefits not included).Reimbursement of personal vehicle mileage.Requirements
Must adhere strictly to lab protocols and ethical guidelines governing research with human subjects.Candidates should ideally be available to start by September 1 or sooner.Location requirement: Candidates must reside in or near Lafayette/West Lafayette for prompt reporting to Purdue University West Lafaayette's campus post-data collection.Access to a personal vehicle for travel to various data collection sites is essential.Please submit your resume/CV and a cover letter detailing your interest and relevant experience.
Education
A bachelor's degree in child development, early childhood education, psychology, or a related fieldExperience
One or more years of experience conducting research in educational settings.Training Requirement
Qualified candidates will participate in a mandatory training session held at Purdue University West Lafayette
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt