The Research in Education and Learning Lab is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to support ongoing projects related to learning and motivation in educational contexts.

This is a remote position.

Research Assistants will contribute to a range of tasks, including data collection, transcription, coding, data processing, and preliminary data analysis. They may also assist with the preparation of grants and manuscripts for publication. Extensive training will be provided, and the ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and a collaborative attitude.

This position requires approximately 10–15 hours per week, with flexible scheduling and the ability to work remotely.

Responsibilities may include:

• Collect data through structured sessions, interviews, or classroom-based observations.
• Establish rapport with participants, including children and educators, and ensure adherence to study protocols.
• Accurately transcribe and code collected data using project guidelines.
• Conduct preliminary data cleaning and descriptive analyses.
• Assist with literature reviews, manuscript preparation, and grant writing tasks as needed.
• Record and manage data using secure systems, maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Attend team meetings (virtual and in-person) to coordinate with other lab members.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Compensation range: $16-$25 per hour

o apply, please submit an application online through Workday at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a resume. Search on requisition number: R0077571.

This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required

Experience: 4+ years of relevant experience which may include student experience. may accept equivalent combination of experience, education, certification in lieu of experience.

Licensure: None.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: Bachelors degree or higher

Experience: Strong preference will be given to applicants with prior experience and training in REAL Lab procedures, measures, and data collection protocols.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position can spend extensive periods of time standing and squatting while conducting experiments or caring for animals. Also requires keyboarding and other bench work and animal procedures requiring finer finger manipulation.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.