University Student Assistant - Student Research Assistant (Sociology)
About The Position
The student who fills this position will be assisting a Sociology faculty member, Dr. Brianna Turgeon, with a research project. We are looking for a student or students with interest in learning about the social science research process. This semester, the position will involve transcribing and coding research interviews conducted with Harry Potter fans and former fans to understand their identity and behavior change in the wake of J.K. Rowling's transphobic social media posts. Getting involved with the project also comes with future opportunities to work on the project for a combination of paid positions and academic credit during future semesters. Additionally, there will be opportunities to attend and present at conferences in the fall 2026 semester. This is a great experience for students interested in pursuing graduate school or applied work in the social sciences.
Nice To Haves
- Sociology majors or minors
- Availability in their schedule
- Interest in pursuing graduate school or relevant applied work
- Knowledge of the Harry Potter franchise
- GPA of 3.0+
Responsibilities
- transcribing research interviews
- coding research interviews
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
