Part-Time Museum Research Assistant – Data & DEAI

The-Children; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis invites applications for a part-time Research Assistant to support the Experience Development and Family Learning research program. You will collect data from museum visitors, analyze datasets, and prepare data summaries and reports under the guidance of the Research and Evaluation Associate.

Responsibilities emphasize inclusive evaluation practices, data visualization, and clear written communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of experience in social science research; coursework counts.
• Experience in formal or informal learning environments preferred.
• Strong analytical skills; SPSS/R/Stata a plus.
• Basic working knowledge of data management programs (e.g., Excel).
• Ability to multi-task and handle parallel tasks.
• Commitment to equity and accessibility for diverse constituents.
• Friendly, warm with museum visitors; able to engage in conversations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluent Spanish is a plus.
• Attention to detail; high accuracy.
• Flexible in fast-paced, research setting.

Responsibilities

• Follows instructions to collect data for evaluation studies (observations, interviews, surveys).
• Develops simple instruments for studies (forms, surveys).
• Sets up and uses data collection technologies; codes and enters data; keeps databases current.
• Calculates descriptive statistics and, when appropriate, inferential statistics.
• Prepares precise data summaries and visualizations for memos and reports, following writing guidelines.
• Performs other clerical duties as assigned.
• Carries out inclusive evaluation studies with a focus on marginalized communities.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SPSS

R

Stata

Excel

Job description

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis invites applications for a part-time Research Assistant to support the Experience Development and Family Learning research program. You will collect data from museum visitors, analyze datasets, and prepare data summaries and reports under the guidance of the Research and Evaluation Associate.

Responsibilities emphasize inclusive evaluation practices, data visualization, and clear written communication.