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Research Assistant (Per Diem)

Apply now Job no: 504260
Work type: Part-Time
Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: Drexel University, College of Arts & Sciences

Job Summary 

A Research Assistant is sought to support a research study on carceral conditions and culture.

This position works on an as-needed basis.

Essential Functions 

  • Assisting in management of study records, both paper and electronic.
  • Participating in survey administration, including inside of a custodial environment.
  • Data coding and management.
  • Adhering to codes of the conduct for research, university activities and correctional institutions.

Required Qualifications 

  • Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Criminology/Criminal Justice or a related discipline.
  • Ability to travel regionally as assigned. 
  • Ability to complete training for Human Subjects Research in the social sciences.

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Experience with primary data collection, particularly with justice-involved populations and with conducting confidential semi-structured interviews.
  • Training or direct experience with qualitative and/or quantitative data collection
  • Ability to conduct engaged research with justice-involved populations, members of vulnerable populations, and agency leadership.
  • Highly organized and attentive to detail.

Location 

  • University City, Philadelphia, PA  

Additional Information 

This is a Part time Per Diem position classified as non-exempt. The pay offered is based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.   

For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Per Diem/Casual/Temporary Benefit Fact Sheet.  

Special Instructions to the Applicant 

In addition to a CV/resume, please upload a cover letter describing research interests and experience and addressing fit with the project described.

The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until it is completed.

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Applications close: Eastern Standard Time

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