Research Aide and Interviewer

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 20,870 - 27,262; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Research Aide and Interviewer based at the Schoenbaum Family Center. This position involves assisting with data collection, facilitating assessments, and detailed project management tasks in support of early childhood research.

Applicants must have a High School Diploma or GED, with a preference for those holding a Bachelor’s in Social Sciences. The role requires flexible working hours and travel to various project homes.

The hiring range is $15.15/hr – $19.79/hr, and candidates are subject to background checks.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Reliable transport and travel for field work is required.
• Successful completion of an FBI/BCI background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection and entry in various formats.
• Travel for data collection activities in project homes.
• Verify completeness and accuracy of assessment paperwork.

Skills

Working with children of diverse backgrounds

Knowledge of educational assessments

Team collaboration

Desktop computing skills

Transport reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Level Degree in Social Sciences

Job description

Job Title and Department

Research Aide and Interviewer – EHE | Crane Center for Early Childhood

Responsibilities

• Assist with all project aspects related to material preparation, data collection (in-person, phone, email, and/or Zoom), data entry, coding, processing, and cleaning.
• Facilitate collection of data including child direct assessments and verify the completeness and accuracy of assessment paperwork.
• Travel to conduct data collection activities within homes in the assigned project area on a regular basis.
• Schedule work flexibly to meet families’ needs, including early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends.
• Depending on workload: 80% of the time on data collection duties and 20% on project‑management duties (e.g., updating participant tracking materials, data processing, and responding to project needs).
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED (0 years of relevant experience required).
• Experience working with children of diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of educational assessments.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of desktop computing.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel for field work.
• Successful completion of an FBI/BCI background check to work with preschool children.

Desired Experience

• Education Desired: Bachelor’s Level Degree or equivalent in Social Sciences (1 year of relevant experience).
• Experience conducting home visits.
• Experience conducting child language assessments with children aged 2 to 9 years.
• In the first 60–90 days of employment: perform high‑quality work through proactive decision‑making, commitment to quality, creativity, and thoughtful analysis; develop an understanding of college and department policies; establish relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners; work independently and collaboratively while fostering team engagement.

Other Requirements

Travel to homes is required; schedules may extend beyond standard 9:00 am–5:00 pm hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed.

Compensation

The Target Hiring Range for this position is $15.15/hr – $19.79/hr.

Employment Details

Location: Schoenbaum Family Center (0933). Position Type: Term (Fixed Term). Scheduled Hours: 40 per week. Shift: Varying shifts.

Additional Information

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.