Research Assistant (Staff Wage)

The Center for Advanced Study of Teaching and Learning (CASTL) in the UVA School of Education and Human Development seeks applicants for a Data Collector (Wage) position to work in Loudoun County, Virginia.

The Active Playful Learning Data Collector (Wage) will conduct on-site observations at partner elementary schools, working directly with teachers. Incumbents will collect data using project guidelines and ensure secure transfer of collected data. The position involves establishing rapport with teachers along with knowledge of study research procedures and protocols. In this position, you will support primary researchers in recruitment efforts and the collection of data and information through data tracking systems, surveys, and other means.

The incumbent will conduct classroom observations during regular school day hours, following protocol procedures and rating systems. Each classroom observation will last a regular school day, and there will be multiple classrooms to be observed.

Training will be provided. Sessions are scheduled according to the needs of the study.

Availability during normal elementary school hours (7:45 am - 3:30 pm) is essential.

Reliable transportation for traveling between schools (mileage reimbursed) is required

Position Compensation Range: $21.00 - $23.00 Hourly

This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029

To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu/ and attach a current C V/r. A cover letter is optional . Search on requisition number: R0055615.

The University will perform background checks on all hires prior to employment. This position will also require an Education Verification.

Questions related to the application process may be directed to Jen Krahn, Sr. HR Specialist, at jak8w@virginia.edu

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

HS diploma (or equivalent) AND one year of experience working with children in an educational setting or an out-of-school setting (such as a summer camp or an after-school program). A bachelor's degree is preferred.

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.