Research Assistant (Casual Position)

Amherst • Amherst, MA

72d • $20 - $23

About The Position

Amherst College invites applications for the Research Assistant position. The Research Assistant is a part-time, casual position with no benefits. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $20.00-23.00 per hour. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Reporting to the Director of the Center of Humanistic Inquiry, the Research Assistant will conduct research on areas related to the Mellon Foundation-funded project, The American Index of Academic Freedom.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree
• 1 to 3 years of related experience
• Must be able to use Google's suite of products
• Advanced research skills in the humanities
• Required reference and background checks

Responsibilities

• Compile and summarize recent academic articles, reports, and case studies on academic freedom (globally and locally)
• Gather policy documents, university statements, and legal frameworks related to academic freedom across selected institutions or countries
• Track and catalog news stories, opinion pieces, and public discourse related to academic freedom incidents
• Help develop interview guides and consent forms for speaking with academics, administrators, or policymakers
• Attend project meetings and draft concise notes with action points and follow-ups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees