Research Assistant (Part-Time, Term)
About The Position
The Granger Lab in the Department of Special Education at Vanderbilt University is seeking part-time Research Assistants to support multiple ongoing research studies focused on classroom peer relationships, emotional and behavioral disorders (EBD), teacher practices, classroom social networks, and elementary school environments. Research Assistants will work closely with the Project Coordinator and research team to support data collection, participant communication, data management, and general research activities across several school-based projects. This position is ideal for recent graduates or individuals interested in gaining research experience before pursuing graduate training in psychology, education, special education, child development, social work, or related fields. This is a part-time, grant-funded position. School-based hours are required.
Requirements
- Access to reliable transportation is required, as this position includes travel to local school sites for data collection and project activities
Nice To Haves
- Enrollment in or completion of a bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, special education, child development, human development, sociology, or related field preferred
- Interest in education, child development, school psychology, or special education research
- Experience working with children or school settings preferred
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple responsibilities
- Experience with Microsoft Office and/or research data platforms preferred
Responsibilities
- Assisting with school-based data collection in elementary classrooms
- Administering surveys, questionnaires, and structured research activities
- Assisting with data entry, coding, cleaning, and organization
- Preparing study materials and research packets
- Communicating with teachers and school personnel
- Assisting with literature reviews and project organization
- Supporting research team meetings and administrative tasks
- Assisting with management of classroom social network, behavioral, and biomarker data
- Maintaining confidentiality and following research protocols and IRB procedures
- Completing other research-related duties as assigned
Benefits
- Compensation commensurate with experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
