Research Assistant

Troy University; Troy (AL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Troy University is seeking a research assistant responsible for data collection and analysis for research projects. You will contact and interview Troy University graduates currently teaching mathematics.

The ideal candidate is a senior Mathematics or Mathematics Education Major, enrolled at least half time. The role includes assisting faculty with data analysis and conducting preliminary literature reviews.

Qualifications

• Must be a current Troy University Mathematics or Mathematics Education Major at the senior level enrolled at least half time.
• Student positions are exempt from FICA/Medicare only if enrolled half-time.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for data collection and analysis for a research project.
• Contact and interview research participants who are Troy University graduates.
• Assist in producing interview transcripts and analyzing data.

Education

Mathematics or Mathematics Education Major

Job description

Position Summary

The research assistant position is responsible for data collection and analysis for a research project. The data collection involves contacting and interviewing potential research participants who are Troy University graduates currently teaching mathematics in middle or high school or aiming to teach mathematics after their graduation. Data analysis involves producing interview transcripts and assisting faculty researchers to analyze the data. It also involves some writing tasks, such as preliminary literature review for the research.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a current Troy University Mathematics or Mathematics Education Major at the senior level enrolled at least half time.
• Student positions are FICA/Medicare exempt only if students are enrolled in classes the semester the work is performed. To qualify for the FICA/Medicare exemption, you must be enrolled on a half-time basis for the Fall, Spring, or Summer.

Preferred Qualifications

• None specified.

Job Requirements

• No driving required.
• Work hours to be decided.
• Hazardous conditions or physical demands: N/a.
• No supervisory responsibility.

Notes

Open until filled.