Part-Time Research Assistant — Peacebuilding Aid Networks

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University in State College, PA seeks a part-time Research Assistant for the Political Science Department. The RA will assist with data collection related to peacebuilding aid networks, focusing on Colombian organizations and project sites.

Candidates should have context knowledge of Colombia's aid system and basic research design skills. The appointment starts January 2026 and ends by the Spring 2026 semester, at 10 hours per week with a starting rate of $15.00/hour.

Qualifications

• Contextual knowledge of the aid system in Colombia.
• Familiarity with research design and data collection methods.
• Ability to contact international organizations and gather information.

Responsibilities

• Contact international and Colombian organizations active in peacebuilding aid networks to gather information on project sites, final recipients, and relationships between organizations.
• Assist with data collection and documentation for the January 2026 start and Spring 2026 end of the term.

Skills

Colombia aid system knowledge

Research design principles

Data collection

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University in State College, PA seeks a part-time Research Assistant for the Political Science Department. The RA will assist with data collection related to peacebuilding aid networks, focusing on Colombian organizations and project sites.

Candidates should have context knowledge of Colombia's aid system and basic research design skills. The appointment starts January 2026 and ends by the Spring 2026 semester, at 10 hours per week with a starting rate of $15.00/hour.