"STEM Learning Lab Research Assistant"

University of California Irvine

STEM Learning Lab Research Assistant

Req ID: 122453

Payroll Job Title: 004724-BLANK AST 1

Location: Irvine, California

Organization: UCI Campus

Division: School of Education

Department: Edu/Instruction & Research

Reports to Title: 001200-ASSOC PROF-AY

Position Type: PART TIME

Salary Range Minimum: USD $23.30/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum: USD $32.63/Hr.

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

The University of California, Irvine School of Education is a diverse, dynamic and collaborative community focused on advancing education sciences and contributing to improved education opportunities and outcomes for individuals across the education lifespan, from early childhood to higher education and beyond. The School's programs, research, and community partnerships are dedicated to producing innovative scholarship, addressing current needs in education, and inspiring future generations of educators, scholars, and leaders. As a highly ranked institution, the School is home to approximately 1,000 students enrolled in bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs, and has a vibrant network of more than 10,000 alumni. The School of Education has been a part of UC Irvine since 1967, when it was established as an Office of Teacher Education; in 1991, it grew into the Department of Education and; in 2012, became the School of Education. For more information, visit education.uci.edu.

Your Role on the Team

The STEM Learning Lab Research Assistant will work under the general supervision of the Lab Manager on various research projects performing standard and complex laboratory procedures. Specifically, the Research Assistant will be responsible for data entry, data cleaning and deidentification, and data analysis, applying standard quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of data collection and results. The research assistant will also attend weekly meetings with the lab manager to ensure tasks are being completed on time.

What It Takes to be Successful

Required:

• Experience working with people and research
• Exhibits individual initiative; self-sufficient
• Initiates and ensures compliance with applicable data collection procedures
• Responsible, reliable, and punctual
• Strong verbal and written interpersonal communication skills
• Possesses attention to accuracy and detail
• High school diploma or equivalent experience

Preferred:

• Reliable transportation
• Bilingual: Spanish
• Experience in statistics and/or programming

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.