Graduate Student Research Assistant.

Colorado Judicial Branch; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

The Federal Judicial Center seeks a Graduate Student Research Assistant to support its Research Division through social science research activities. The position is part-time and eligible for remote work, requiring a commitment of 30 to 39 hours weekly over the summer, or 12 to 15 hours weekly during the academic semesters. Candidates should be enrolled in a graduate program in a relevant field and possess strong writing and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a research environment as a paid employee or intern.
• Strong communication skills, teamwork capability.

Responsibilities

• Conducting literature reviews and analyzing data.
• Creating and documenting datasets and research instruments.
• Writing reports and online surveys.

Skills

Knowledge of statistical programs

Strong writing skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Currently enrolled in a graduate degree in social or behavioral science

Tools

SAS

SPSS

STATA

R

Excel

Access

FileMaker

Job description

Duties

The Research Division undertakes empirical research related to the operation of the federal courts, often at the request of the Judicial Conference of the United States and its committees, specific courts, or other groups in the federal court system.

The primary duties and responsibilities of the graduate student research assistant are to provide support to Research Division project teams in the design and conduct of social science research aimed at discovering innovative or improved approaches to the judicial administration in federal appellate, district, and bankruptcy courts.

Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities, generally exercised under the guidance of a Research Associate or Senior Research Associate, may include support with:

• Conducting literature reviews;
• Organizing, coding, and analyzing data;
• Creating and documenting datasets;
• Creating tables and graphs to present research findings;
• Developing research instruments such as interview protocols, questionnaires, and coding protocols;
• Writing and administering online surveys; and
• Writing reports of research findings.
  
  

The Federal Judicial Center offers a range of telework and flexible work schedule options based on the employee's position categorization. The Graduate Student Research Assistant position is a remote-eligible position and will not require relocation.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Key Requirements

• Selectee must be a United States Citizen, subject to the exceptions enumerated at
• Selectee must favorably complete a background investigation.
• Relatives of Center staff members may not be employed at the Center in any capacity.
  
  

All requirements must be met for full consideration.

The Federal Judicial Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and an inclusive work culture. It strives to maintain a professional and collegial workplace in which everyone is valued and treated fairly and respectfully.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and seeking a graduate degree in a social or behavioral science discipline such as psychology, sociology, or political science at an accredited educational institution, on a full-time basis;
• Experience working in a research environment either as a paid employee, intern, or volunteer, or as part of a graduate school program;
• Knowledge of statistical programs such as SAS, SPSS, STATA, and R;
• Knowledge of database management programs such as Excel, Access, or FileMaker;
• Strong writing skills; and
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work collaboratively.
  
  

Summer graduate student research assistants are asked to commit to at least eight weeks of employment for 30 to 39 hours per week.

Spring and fall semester graduate student research assistants are asked to commit to 12 to 15 hours per week.

Graduate student research assistants are limited to working a maximum of 39 hours per week.

Education

Currently enrolled and seeking a graduate degree in a social or behavioral science discipline such as psychology, sociology, or political science at an accredited educational institution, on a full-time basis.

Additional information

Salary And Benefits

• Graduate Students (first and second year): $19.65 per hour
• Graduate Students (third year or completed degree): $22.11 per hour
  
  

This position is part time. Benefits are not applicable for this position.

• This position is part time. Benefits are not applicable for this position.