About the role#
The Research Assistant for ENLACES is a part-time student worker opportunity at National University. You will work directly under the ENLACES Research Director to support research project start-up, data collection, and reporting. This role focuses on advancing equity-centered research to support diverse and underserved populations. You will gain hands-on experience in project management, scholarly writing, and community-engaged research.
What you'll do#
- Participate in team meetings and research-practice partnership convenings.
- Provide project management support by tracking priorities, creating timelines, and establishing workflows.
- Handle administrative tasks including meeting documentation and scheduling.
- Assist with logistics for research, community, and policy projects.
- Conduct mixed-methods research, including survey design and interview facilitation.
- Manage data through cleaning, entry, validation, and secure storage.
- Analyze quantitative and qualitative data in collaboration with project leadership.
- Draft reports, executive summaries, practitioner briefs, and manuscript sections.
- Synthesize literature reviews and prepare presentation materials like slide decks and posters.
- Prepare IRB applications and compliance documentation.
- Collaborate with external evaluators and community partners to ensure research incorporates equity principles.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a full-time or part-time graduate student at National University.
- A Bachelor’s degree.
- 1-2 years of experience in education, social science research, or policy.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage deliverables independently.
- Experience working with underserved populations in high-need communities.
- Ability to analyze qualitative and basic quantitative data.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with professional phone and Zoom etiquette.
- Proficiency with standard office equipment and computer software.
- Ability to handle ambiguity and travel when necessary.
- Preferred: Experience with NVivo, SPSS, Excel, IRB processes, and grant proposal drafting.
Location & details#
- This is a remote position based in the United States.
- The role is part-time, requiring 10-20 hours per week.
- This position is paid.
About National University
National University is a private, nonprofit institution based in San Diego, California. Founded in 1971, the school provides higher education for working professionals. It offers more than 120 graduate and undergraduate degree programs. The university uses a flexible format where students take one class per month.
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