COSMOS - Graduate Research Assistant (Researcher)

University of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution seeks a Graduate Research Assistant to contribute to innovative socio-computational modeling projects. This role involves collaborating on research that explores the dynamics of social media and cyber campaigns, providing a unique opportunity to develop skills in data analysis and programming. The position offers a supportive environment for academic growth, where you will engage with diverse teams and contribute to impactful research initiatives. If you are passionate about technology and social sciences, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience in programming and data management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with literature surveys and hypothesis generation.
• Help with data collection, cleaning, and analysis.
• Coordinate meetings and lead discussions.

Skills

Data Analysis

Technical Writing

Research Skills

Social Media Mining

Python

SQL

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Social Network Analysis Tools

Job description

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Type of Position:Graduate Assistant

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NoJob Type:Academic Term (Fixed Term)

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NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:COSMOS

Department's Website:

https://cosmos.ualr.edu/Summary of Job Duties:The Graduate Research Assistant will help develop socio-computational models to advance our understanding of coordinated cyber campaigns grounded in the dynamics of various social and communication processes such as group formation, activation, decentralized decision-making, and collective action. The Graduate Research Assistant will help operationalize the developed socio-computational models on a variety of social media platforms (particularly, video-based platforms).

This is an on-campus position. Position reports to Dr. Nitin Agarwal ([e-mail]), Maulden-Entergy Endowed Chair and Distinguished Professor and Director, COSMOS Research Center, UA-Little Rock. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education;

• Regular admission to a graduate degree program or good standing with the Graduate School for continuing graduate students;

• Ability to work the required hours (FT-50% - 20 hours per week/PT-25% - 10 hours per week) with regular attendance.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• A candidate with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Science, Mathematics, Social Science, or a relevant discipline will be given preference;

• A candidate with experience in computer programming and data management will be given preference.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with literature survey;

• Assist with hypothesis generation, theoretical evaluation, model development, operationalization, and evaluation;

• Assist with data collection, cleaning, preprocessing, and analyzing findings from the data;

• Assist in preparing reports and publications;

• Coordinate meetings and lead discussions;

• Other tasks as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with data analysis - Microsoft Suite will be considered but preference is given to candidates with programming experience;

• Experience in reporting and technical writing;

• Experience in research, including previous publications, reviewing scholarly articles, etc.;

• Experience in social media mining, computational modeling of social science theories, working with social network analysis tools, and examining cyber campaigns conducted on social media;

• Intermediate knowledge of Python;

• Knowledge of DB systems and SQL language;

• Ability to interact with people of diverse ethnic backgrounds;

• Communication skills, writing skills, and public speaking;

• Effective organizational skills.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$1,500 per month

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Fadime Ledford ([e-mail])
Grant Manager, COSMOS Research Center

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, WalkingFrequent Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, WalkingOccasional Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, WalkingBenefits Eligible:No