Job Description
- As a Research Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our research initiatives and contributing to the generation of new knowledge.
- Working closely with our research team, you will assist in conducting research studies, gathering data, analyzing findings, and providing administrative support.
- Your work will contribute to the advancement of our organization’s research goals and the development of impactful solutions.
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, organizing, and conducting research studies under the guidance of senior researchers.
- Collect and compile data through literature reviews, surveys, interviews, experiments, or other appropriate research methods.
- Help analyze research data using statistical software, spreadsheet tools, or other relevant methods.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of research protocols and data collection tools.
- Assist in preparing research reports, presentations, and manuscripts for publication or internal use.
- Maintain accurate and organized research records, including data entry and documentation.
- Collaborate with the research team to identify research objectives, design research projects, and formulate research questions.
- Stay updated on relevant research literature and developments in the field to inform research design and methodology.
- Participate in team meetings, research discussions, and knowledge sharing activities.
- Provide administrative support, such as scheduling meetings, coordinating research activities, and managing research-related documents.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Psychology, Sociology, Biology, Economics, etc.). A Master’s Degree is a plus.
- 3+ years relevant work experience.
- Demonstrated interest in research and a strong understanding of research methodologies.
- Experience in data collection, data entry, and data analysis using statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, Excel, etc.).
- Proficiency in conducting literature reviews and synthesizing information from diverse sources.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail for maintaining accurate research records.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting research findings and collaborating with the research team.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with a proactive and self-motivated approach.
- Familiarity with ethical considerations in research and adherence to research protocols.
- Experience in academic research or prior research assistantship is preferred but not required.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications & Updated CV highlighting their relevant qualifications and experience to: admin@schoolofeloquence.org using the Job Title as the subject of the email.