Temporary Research Assistant

This position is at the Learning Research and Development Center (LRDC), a multi-disciplinary center for research to advance the science of learning by bringing together leading researchers in the cognitive, social, and educational sciences.

The Understanding Development in Diverse Contexts (UDDC) Lab in the Department of Psychology is seeking a project and research assistant. The UDDC Lab investigates how race/ethnicity and socioeconomic status intersect to shape children's development and the contexts they grow up in. The UDDC Lab is looking for a project and research assistant with advanced skills in research and project support commensurate with at least one year of research assistant experience in a social/behavioral sciences lab. The team member will assist with the research enterprise at multiple levels in the UDDC Lab, including data analysis, study coordination, and administrative tasks. Under the guidance and supervision of the lab's faculty mentor and lab manager, the team member's responsibilities may include data collection via interviews, focus groups, and survey administration; qualitative and/or quantitative data coding and analysis; background research to support project and proposal development; and other research and administrative support (e.g., conducting systematic searches of bibliographic databases and compiling annotated bibliographies, citation management, participant recruitment and scheduling, data entry and database management).

Job Requirements: Knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative research methods demonstrated by relevant lab experience/coursework Experience using software for quantitative data analysis (e.g., R, SPSS, Stata) Experience using software for qualitative data analysis (e.g., NVivo) Strong oral and written communication skills Meticulous attention to detail Strong organizational and interpersonal skills Ability to multitask and work successfully in a team environment Ability to work independently as well as to seek support when necessary Proficiency with MS Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Experience with Google Workspace (e.g., Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms)

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Department: LRDC Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1 Average number of working hours per week for this assignment: 20-25 Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:00 Is there a potential this assignment will result in a regular Staff position?: Yes Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department. Requested Pay Rate: 21.00 Visa Sponsorship Provided: Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance. Required Documents: Resume Optional Documents: Not Applicable

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