Research Assistant (Student)

American University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

American University seeks a part-time Research Assistant (Student) to analyze cultural movements from the 1920s and 1990s. This role requires qualitative research and data analysis skills within a supportive academic environment. Students will engage in meaningful work and gain insightful experience under faculty mentorship.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment at American University required.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills needed.
• Ability to work independently on detailed assignments.

Responsibilities

• Collect, code, interpret, and analyze data and trends.
• Contribute to writing reports based on research findings.
• Stay updated on recent trends in scholarship and practice.

Skills

Archival research skills

Qualitative research skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Job description

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Department

College of Arts & Sciences

Time Type

Part time

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Summary

Job Description:

The project aims to analyze the Harlem Renaissance (1920s) and the cultural insurgency of the 1990s in a comparative framework, with an emphasis on how Black artists and cultural figures have used creative expression—through music, literature, art, and media—to contest systemic racialized oppression. The faculty advisor for this position is Dr. Felicia Henry-Conteh.

Responsibilities

• Collect, code, interpret, and analyze data and trends using standard qualitative and archival data practices and techniques and create corresponding analysis documents for internal and external use.
• Work on moderately complex assignments under indirect supervision.
• Contribute to writing formal reports and other research documents based on research findings and coordinate with faculty advisor for feedback, revisions, and finalization.
• Be responsible for maintaining and checking the accuracy of data.
• Communicate project support needs and requests to the faculty advisor.
• Stay abreast of recent trends in scholarship and practice by attending relevant webinars, research seminars, panels, etc., when requested and doing independent exploration.
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.
  
  

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work

• Part-Time.
• 25 hours per week.
  
  

Salary Range

• $17.95 per hour.
  
  

Required Education And Experience

• Archival and qualitative research skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently on detailed assignments.
  
  

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• American University is an E-Verify employer.
• Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.
  
  

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Contact Us

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American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Higher Education

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