FWS Research Assistant

Position Summary: The Federal Work Study Research Assistant will support research activities across three projects focused on bilingual language development, early mathematics learning, and autism research. This position provides hands‑on experience in educational, developmental, and behavioral research, with opportunities to develop skills in data collection, assessment, intervention implementation, research methods, and data management. Job Description Hourly Wage: $16.00 – $17.00 The role involves assisting with child and family research activities in school and community settings, supporting assessment, intervention, and data collection across multiple research projects, scoring assessments and entering or verifying data in research databases, preparing materials for assessments, intervention sessions, and research visits, assisting with literature reviews, research reports, presentations, and other scholarly activities, participating in weekly supervision and training meetings, and maintaining professionalism, reliability, and confidentiality. Hours of Work: Approximately 7–15 hours per week during the academic semester. Responsibilities Assisting with child and family research activities in school and community settings. Supporting assessment, intervention, and data collection activities across multiple research projects. Scoring assessments and entering or verifying data in research databases. Preparing materials for assessments, intervention sessions, and research visits. Assisting with literature reviews, research reports, presentations, and other scholarly activities. Participating in weekly supervision and training meetings. Maintaining professionalism, reliability, and confidentiality in all research activities. Following established research procedures to support data quality and consistency. Schedule Students are expected to work primarily during standard business hours (10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.). Work schedules will be developed collaboratively with the supervisor and may vary based on availability, project needs, school schedules, and research activities. Students should be available to work approximately 7–15 hours per week, and be on campus in the research office at least two days per week. Some projects may require participation in school- or community-based activities during regular school hours. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Student must have a Federal Work Study award and be available to work on campus. Sophomore standing or higher. Preferred Qualifications Spanish‑English bilingual proficiency strongly preferred. Interest in learning about research and working with children and families. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a research team. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Reliable, professional, and willing to learn new skills. Experience with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace. Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow research procedures. Previous experience working with children, tutoring, mentoring, or participating in research is helpful but not required. Learning Objectives Apply constructive feedback from supervisors to improve research‑related skills and work products. Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and effective communication in a research setting. Develop foundational skills in research methods, data collection, data management, and research ethics. Work independently and collaboratively to complete assigned tasks and contribute to research projects. Gain practical experience working with children, families, schools, and community partners in research settings. Communicate research experiences and transferable skills effectively in graduate school, internship, and employment applications. Strengthen organizational, time management, and problem‑solving skills through participation in ongoing research activities. Contact Information Matthew Foster – View email address on click.appcast.io Location

MHC 1721

Physical Demands Duties may involve sitting, standing, walking, computer use, travel to local school and community sites, and occasional lifting or transport of research materials (up to 15 pounds). Supervisor/Reports To Matthew Foster Background Check This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of South Florida