Survey Research Center (SRC) - Research Assistant

High Point University; High Point (NC); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

High Point University is hiring a Research Assistant for the Survey Research Center. The position involves data management, analysis, and contributing to research projects, with remote work flexibility and a maximum of 10 hours per week. Ideal candidates should have a GPA of at least 2.4 and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.4.
• Possess high levels of personal honesty and integrity.
• Be in good academic and conduct standing with the university.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage data by entering and coding survey data.
• Analyze data and contribute to reports and presentations.
• Conduct literature reviews using online databases.

Skills

Time-management

Coachability

Attention to detail

Education

Minimum 2.4 GPA

Good academic standing

Tools

Excel

Qualtrics

Job description

Job Title: Research Assistant

Department: Survey Research Center (SRC)

Supervisor: Martin Kifer

Starting Rate of Pay: $10.00

Length of Time: Eligible for rehire on a semester basis.

Department Description

The HPU SRC completes multiple survey research projects each semester including the HPU Poll—a statewide public opinion survey. The SRC provides professional development opportunities for students; serves High Point, North Carolina, and the U.S. by publishing important findings about public opinion North Carolina and beyond; and promotes student, staff, and faculty research. Findings from the studies have been reported in publications like the New York Times, Washington Post, Fox News, Politico, and Real Clear Politics as well as academic journals.

Job Description

Research Assistants from all majors may train and serve in the Survey Research Center. Research Assistants are involved in all aspects of the High Point University Polls and other research projects on behalf of the HPU SRC and other departments in an internship-like experience. The research assistant position will report to the director of the Survey Research Center and may perform research and administrative duties on different research projects, including, but not limited to:

• processing and managing data by entering, transcribing, and coding quantitative survey data as well as qualitative focus group and interview data using Excel, SPSS, and other tools.
• Analyzing data and contributing to summary reports, press releases, articles, and conference presentations to disseminate project findings.
• Scheduling, attending, and contributing to research project team meetings.
• Conducting literature reviews using online databases.
• In coordination with directors and other members of the project team, compiling and creating survey, focus group, and interview instruments and materials.
• Collecting data by creating and deploying surveys using Qualtrics survey software, and scheduling focus groups and interviews.
• Managing IRB submissions for research projects and complete IRB training.

Job Location/ Hours Required

The candidate will perform most/all job duties remotely with weekly meetings with the director of the SRC; this position may require up to 10 hours per week; the total number of hours a student employee may work per week is 20 hours.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum 2.4 GPA to remain in the Student Employment Program
• Students must possess high levels of personal honesty and integrity
• Be in good academic and conduct standing with the university
• Time-management; coachability; attention to detail; independent and efficient
• Experience with Excel or other database management software a plus (but training will be provided to use any necessary tools or platforms)