Part-Time Research Assistant: Data Collector for IDD Study

CP11 University of New Hampshire; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

The University of New Hampshire in Durham is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support a study on teaching public transportation skills to young adults with IDD. The role involves data collection, administering standardized assessments, documenting observations, and providing administrative support to the research team.

Responsibilities include conducting data collection, following study protocols, and coordinating activities across sites.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate data collection and complete assigned tasks reliably.
• Ability to follow standardized protocols when administering assessments and conducting observations.
• Availability at least 2-3 days per week between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.; travel costs will be reimbursed.
• Ability and willingness to travel to the Boston, MA area and Manchester, NH during the work week.

Responsibilities

• Administer standardized observational assessments during participants' use of public transportation.
• Administer self-report surveys in person or virtually, following established study protocols.
• Coordinate and conduct data collection for the research study.
• Accurately document assessment activities and information in accordance with study procedures.
• Coordinate assessment activities as needed to support consistent and organized data collection.
• Take detailed field notes during observations and assessment activities.
• Assist with other related tasks as needed to support research activities.
• Complete administrative tasks in support of the study, such as formatting materials, occasionally printing documents, and ordering supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Data collection

Documentation

Reliability

Travel readiness

Job description

The University of New Hampshire in Durham is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support a study on teaching public transportation skills to young adults with IDD. The role involves data collection, administering standardized assessments, documenting observations, and providing administrative support to the research team.

Responsibilities include conducting data collection, following study protocols, and coordinating activities across sites.