Research Assistant - Term

Vanderbilt; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fuchs Research Group at Vanderbilt University in Nashville seeks a full-time Research Assistant to help train teachers in a classwide fraction intervention and to evaluate feasibility. The role includes supporting teacher training, participant communication, and data management, with 30 hours per week and local travel.

This position is ideal for recent graduates or those seeking research-to-practice experience before pursuing graduate studies in psychology, education, or related fields.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or in school settings is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Access to reliable transportation and driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with training of elementary school teachers.
• Administering surveys and questionnaires.
• Assisting with data entry.
• Preparing study materials and research packets.
• Communicating with teachers and school personnel.
• Supporting team meetings and administrative tasks.
• Maintaining confidentiality and following IRB procedures.

Skills

Experience with children

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independence and collaboration

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION Position Summary: The Fuchs Research Group in the Department of Special Education at Vanderbilt University is seeking a full-time Research Assistant to help train teachers to use a classwide fraction intervention for students with and without mathematics learning disabilities and to evaluate the intervention's feasibility. The Research Assistant will work closely with the Project Coordinator and research team to support teacher training, participant communication, and data management. This position is ideal for recent graduates or individuals interested in gaining research to practice experience before pursuing graduate training in psychology, education, special education, child development, social work, or related fields. This is a 30 hour per week, grant-funded position. School-based hours are required.

About the Work Unit: The Fuchs Research Group engages in research and teacher training to further the understanding of how best to teach reading and mathematics to improve outcomes for young students with learning disabilities or students who are at risk for developing learning disabilities. The Department of Special Education at Vanderbilt University is consistently ranked among the top special education programs in the nation and is committed to improving outcomes for children and youth with disabilities through research, training, and practice.

Key Functions and Expected Performance:

• Assisting with training of elementary school teachers
• Administering surveys and questionnaires
• Assisting with data entry
• Preparing study materials and research packets
• Communicating with teachers and school personnel
• Supporting team meetings and administrative tasks
• Maintaining confidentiality and following IRB procedures

Supervisory Relationships:

This position does not have supervisory responsibility and reports administratively and functionally to the Research Coordinator.

Education and Certifications

Enrollment in or completion of a bachelor's degree in psychology, education, special education, child development, human development, sociology, or related field preferred

Experience and Skills:

• Experience working with children or in school settings is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple responsibilities
• Access to reliable transportation is required, as this position includes travel to local school sites for data collection and project activities
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Vanderbilt University engages a third party to provide continuous up-to-date notifications regarding negative changes to motor vehicle records.

ABOUT US

At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of "America's Best Large Employers" as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice. We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it.

Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.