At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have8
Familiarity with drafting research articles for publication
Research focus in postsecondary access
Sincere interest in expanding access for underserved youth from rural regions
Ability to organize and multitask functions to ensure compliance with deadlines
Understanding of IRB protocols and application procedures
Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills
Problem analysis and problem-solving skills
Ability to use statistical software programs
Eligibility2
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer
Skills
statistical software
Job Title
RSSI Graduate Research Assistant
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
Department
4-H Youth Development
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Graduate Assistant
Job Description
Job Description Summary
The graduate assistant will provide research support to the Rural Student Success Initiative, which includes data collection and analysis, program evaluation research, and data synthesis.
Candidates should be familiar with drafting research articles for publication. The applicant’s research focus should be in postsecondary access and preferably have an interest in rural students. Also, candidates must possess a sincere interest in expanding access for underserved youth from rural regions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Research and collect data.
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Conduct literature reviews.
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Assist with data management and perform basic statistical analyses.
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Develop assessment and evaluation tools.
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Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Ability to organize and multitask functions to ensure compliance with deadlines.
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Understanding of IRB protocols and application procedures
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Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
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Problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to use statistical software programs.
Legal
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.