Graduate Research Assistant-Audiology and Speech Pathology (Knoxville)

Student Assistant

The Audiology and Speech Pathology department is seeking a student assistant to support ongoing clinical and academic research initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Perform literature reviews to identify gaps, trends, and relevant academic work in the research area.
• Design and execute experiments, surveys, or data collection protocols as required by the research project.
• Gather qualitative or quantitative data from primary or secondary sources.
• Organize, clean, and manage datasets for analysis.
• Employ appropriate statistical tools, software, or methodologies to analyze data and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Prepare written summaries, reports, and presentations that effectively communicate research findings.
• Assist in drafting articles, papers, or proposals for publication in academic journals or conferences.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of research processes and results.
• Work closely with faculty advisors, research teams, and external collaborators to achieve project goals.
• Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and progress reviews.
• Present findings at internal seminars, academic conferences, or public forums as needed.
• Assist in managing project files, budgets, and logistics.
• Provide mentorship or support to junior students involved in the research.
• Handle other duties assigned by the supervising faculty or research supervisor.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree with a grade point average of at least 3.0 from an accredited college or university.

EXPERIENCE: No experience required.