Jack Child Research Assistant (Student)

American University•Washington, DC

17d•Onsite

About The Position

This research assistantship is designed for an enrolled American University student to assist tenured Spanish faculty with their research in Spanish or Latin American studies. The student may aid in Spanish linguistics research, such as conducting interviews on topics including language, identity, culture, migration, education, and discrimination. This research is part of a collaboration with Montgomery College, supported by a Ruth Joan Baron Language Impact Award, and contributes to ongoing research on DC Latinx language and identity (DCLLIP project). The position will support the next phase of research following a recently published book on DC Latinx sociolinguistics. The RA may also provide general research, writing, editing, and course development support, as well as aid with departmental program tasks and events. The time commitment is 5-8 hours per week during the Fall Semester.

Requirements

Must be an enrolled American University student.
Ability to assist with Spanish linguistics research, including conducting interviews.
Willingness to provide general research, writing, editing, and course development support.
Ability to aid with departmental program tasks and events.

Responsibilities

Assist tenured Spanish faculty with their research in Spanish or Latin American studies.
Aid in Spanish linguistics research such as conducting interviews.
Provide general research, writing, editing, and course development support and aid with departmental program tasks and events.
Other duties as assigned.