Research Assistant - Student Worker

Jobgether; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 20.000 - 28.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Compensation: $20.00 per hour

Fully remote within the United States

Part-time student employment

Mentorship with a faculty Principal PI

Zusammenfassung

Jobgether is seeking a part-time, project-based researcher for a doctoral student to gain practical experience in applied evaluation. The role is fully remote and designed for hands-on engagement with real-world research questions.

You will collaborate with a faculty Principal Investigator on mixed-methods projects focused on youth outcomes, data-informed decision-making, and continuous learning. Strong writing, analytical, and data interpretation skills are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Doctoral student in progress with research experience.
• Experience with qualitative/quantitative/mixed-methods research preferred.
• Experience in program evaluation or applied research is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to present findings.

Aufgaben

• Support mixed-methods research and evaluation activities (interviews, focus groups, surveys, observations).
• Clean, organize, document, and prepare data for analysis.
• Conduct qualitative coding and thematic analysis under supervision.
• Assist with descriptive statistics and basic trend analysis.
• Synthesize findings and translate into actionable insights for stakeholders.
• Develop reports, learning briefs, and data visualizations.

Kenntnisse

Written and verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Data interpretation

Project management

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Ausbildung

Master's degree in psychology/organizational leadership/public administration or related field

Currently enrolled in a doctoral program

Tools

NVivo

SPSS

R

Jobbeschreibung

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Certified Coder based in the United States.

This part-time, project-based opportunity is designed for a doctoral student seeking practical experience in applied research and evaluation.

You will work closely with a faculty Principal Investigator and contribute to meaningful, real-world research initiatives.

The role centers on mixed-methods research, including qualitative inquiry, process evaluation, and collaborative data interpretation.

You will support projects focused on improving outcomes for youth through data-informed decision-making and continuous learning.

The position offers hands‑on exposure to interviews, focus groups, surveys, observations, data analysis, and research synthesis.

You will help translate complex findings into clear, actionable insights for diverse stakeholders.

This is a collaborative, fully remote opportunity suited to a detail-oriented researcher eager to strengthen their applied research capabilities.

Accountabilities

• Support the implementation of mixed-methods research and evaluation activities, including interviews, focus groups, surveys, and observations.
• Manage research data by cleaning, organizing, documenting, and preparing information for analysis.
• Conduct qualitative coding and thematic analysis under the guidance of the faculty Principal Investigator.
• Assist with quantitative analysis, including descriptive statistics and basic trend analysis.
• Contribute to process mapping and documentation of workflows, partnerships, and project dynamics.
• Synthesize research findings in alignment with evaluation questions and learning objectives.
• Help develop reports, learning briefs, presentations, and data visualizations.
• Translate technical research findings into accessible and actionable insights for non‑technical audiences.
• Participate in project meetings, partner convenings, and collaborative sensemaking sessions.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure assigned deliverables are completed on time.
• Take on additional research and project‑support responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution, preferably in psychology, organizational leadership, public administration, education, or a related field.
• Current enrollment in a doctoral program, preferably in psychology, organizational leadership, public administration, education, or a related discipline.
• Graduate-level experience with qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods research methodologies.
• Previous experience in program evaluation, applied research, or community-based research is preferred.
• Experience working in education, workforce development, public health, nonprofit, or similarly mission-driven environments is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present research clearly to varied audiences.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking capabilities, including the ability to interpret data and draw well-supported conclusions.
• Familiarity with qualitative research tools such as NVivo and/or quantitative tools such as SPSS, R, or comparable platforms is preferred.
• Knowledge of equity-centered, participatory, or community-engaged research approaches.
• Experience working with diverse or underserved populations.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a collaborative environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to transform complex research outputs into clear, accessible formats for non‑technical stakeholders.

Benefits

• Compensation: $20.00 per hour.
• Work arrangement: Fully remote within the United States.
• Schedule: Part-time, project-based student employment.
• Project exposure: Hands‑on experience with applied research, program evaluation, mixed‑methods methodologies, and real‑world data interpretation.
• Mentorship: Direct guidance and professional development through collaboration with a faculty Principal Investigator.
• Student employment: Opportunities are available to eligible undergraduate and graduate students enrolled and attending courses.
• Annual limit: Student positions are generally limited to a maximum of 1,000 hours per year.
• Benefits eligibility: Student employees generally do not receive accrued sick or vacation time, health or life insurance, or other employee benefits unless otherwise required or specified.
• Professional growth: Opportunity to strengthen research, analytical, communication, data management, and evaluation skills through practical project work.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!