Part-Time Bilingual Research Associate (Occasional Worker)

University of Oklahoma; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma's Early Childhood Education Institute (ECEI) seeks a Part-time Bilingual Spanish Research Associate to support longitudinal studies and partnerships with CAP Tulsa and Educare.

You will administer child assessments, conduct field research, collect and manage data, and collaborate with families, educators, and administrators. Fluency in Spanish is required; travel is expected. Availability Monday–Friday, 8:30–3:00.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Early Childhood, Psychology or related field required.
• Research, early childhood or social service background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers and scores standardized child assessments and classroom observations; maintain certification and reliability on all required tools.
• Conducts field-based research including site visits, interviews, focus groups, and classroom observations with children, families, educators, and administrators.
• Collects, enters, verifies, and manages quantitative and qualitative data following approved protocols; assists with maintaining well-organized and accurate data systems across digital and physical platforms.
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships with project staff, department staff and faculty, early childhood professionals, and community partners; actively participates in meetings and contributes to communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Spanish fluency

Communication

Data management

Research methods

Attention to detail

Willingness to travel

Interpersonal skills

Data ethics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Early Childhood, Psychology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Qualtrics

Zoom

Teams

Job description

Pay Range:Target Salary Range: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits Eligible: No

Work Schedule:Monday – Friday, Standard/Fixed Schedule

Travel:Required

Position Introduction:

The Early Childhood Education Institute (ECEI) is searching for a Part-time Bilingual (Spanish) Research Associate to join our team of researchers engaged in early childhood research-practice partnerships and longitudinal studies. Part-time Research Associates administer child assessments and classroom observations, conduct field-based research, and work with our CAP Tulsa and Educare projects, among others.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood, Psychology or related field required.
• Research, early childhood or social service background preferred.

Representative Duties:

• Administers and scores standardized child assessments and classroom observations; maintain certification and reliability on all required tools.
• Conducts field-based research including site visits, interviews, focus groups, and classroom observations with children, families, educators, and administrators.
• Collects, enters, verifies, and manages quantitative and qualitative data following approved protocols; assists with maintaining well-organized and accurate data systems across digital and physical platforms.
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships with project staff, department staff and faculty, early childhood professionals, and community partners; actively participates in meetings and contributes to communication with stakeholders.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Clear and professional written and verbal communication, including presenting research to diverse audiences.
• Understanding of basic research methods, including collecting and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Access, Qualtrics, and other research data management programs.
• Proficient with virtual meeting and collaboration platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams).
• Strong attention to detail in all aspects of data collection, entry, and reporting.
• Willingness and ability to travel, including occasional overnight trips.
• Strong interpersonal skills, especially when working with young children, families, program staff, and community members.
• Ability to protect sensitive data and follow research ethics, especially with children and families.
• Must be fluent in Spanish.

Availability: M-F, 8:30 – 3:00

Department Preferences:

• Prefer candidates who are available at least 4-5 days per week

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes