Job Information
University of Kansas Temporary Assistant Researcher in Lawrence, Kansas
28226BR
Job Title:
Temporary Assistant Researcher
Department:
Bureau of Child Research
Primary Campus:
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description:
85% - Implement reading and self-determination lessons with children and collect data using standardized assessments, observational measures, and surveys; build and maintain rapport with research partners including teachers, program administrators, and students; communicate and work with research partners to schedule and administer interventions.
10% - Complete research tasks, such as scoring and submitting data, data entry and checking, participant tracking, and overall data management.
5% - Attend data collection team and research project meetings and training.
Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :
28226BR
Disclaimer:
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Work Schedule:
5-20 hours/week
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
Contact Information to Applicants:
Natalie Nordby Chen - nnchen@ku.edu
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, psychology, early childhood, special education, counseling, or related field.
One year of experience working with and/or teaching elementary-aged children.
Effective organizational skills, as evidenced by application materials.
Employee Class:
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Advertised Salary Range:
$15.00-$25.00 hourly, commensurate with education and experience.
FTE:
.125-.50
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in early childhood or special education.
Experience administering assessments, as evidenced in application materials.
Experience participating in research projects related to reading intervention/education, as evidenced in application materials.
Position Overview:
The Kansas University Center on Developmental Disabilities (KUCDD), a research, training, and community service center, is conducting a project investigating the combined effect of a self-determination learning program and reading program on elementary students with or at risk for reading disabilities.
We are looking for temporary part-time assistant researchers who will work as tutors with small groups of 4th and 5th graders to implement established curricula related to reading and self-determination. This will include data collection activities, including administering literacy assessments to children in Lawrence, KS.
Occasional meetings will take place at KUCDD, located in Lawrence, Kansas, and in public schools in the Lawrence area.
This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with children and a team of professionals. Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license are required for this position. Please note that all offers of employment are contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the background check.
Reg/Temp:
Temporary
Application Review Begins:
11-Jul-2024
Anticipated Start Date:
12-Aug-2024
Additional Candidate Instruction:
A complete online application consists of:
Cover Letter describing how the required and preferred qualifications are met.
Resume/vitae
Contact information for three professional references, one of whom should be a current or former supervisor.
Application review begins Thursday, July 11, 2024. For consideration apply no later than Wednesday, July 10, 2024.
Job Family:
Research
Work Location Assignment:
On-Site
Position Requirements:
This position will be working on site in Lawrence, KS.
Must be available for 5 – 20 hours during elementary school hours (8:30 am – 3:30 pm) at least three days per week.
A valid driving license and access to reliable transportation.