Hybrid Office Research Assistant bei None

About the Role:

The Office Research Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the educational services team by helping coordinate student and faculty research projects for class credit and program development. This position involves educating participants, organizing, gathering, analyzing, and presenting original research. The role requires close collaboration with faculty, administrative staff, and students to ensure research accuracy and relevance. The Office Research Assistant will also manage documentation and maintain databases to facilitate easy access to information. Ultimately, this position contributes to the enhancement of educational programs and services by providing reliable and well-structured research support.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Social Work.
• Proven experience in conducting research and data collection, preferably in an educational or office environment.
• Proficiency in using office software such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in communication and tutoring of students.
• Experience with academic research databases and APA citation management tools.
• Familiarity with data analysis software such as SPSS, SAS, or similar programs.
• Previous experience working in an educational institution or research office.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and conduct comprehensive research through academic programs. 
• Collect, organize, and analyze data from multiple sources including academic journals, government publications, and online databases.
• Prepare and help students to prepare detailed reports, summaries, and presentations to communicate research findings effectively to stakeholders.
• Maintain and update research databases and filing systems to ensure information is current and easily accessible.
• Collaborate with faculty and administrative teams to support ongoing projects and respond to information requests promptly.

Skills:

The required skills such as proficiency in Microsoft Office, SPSS, and strong organizational abilities are essential for managing research teams and data. Effective communication skills enable the assistant to collaborate with faculty and staff, to tutor and guide students, and ensuring research findings are accurately conveyed and understood. Attention to detail is critical when collecting and analyzing data to maintain the integrity of research outputs. Preferred skills like familiarity with academic databases and data analysis software enhance the assistant’s ability to perform more complex research tasks and contribute to data-driven decision-making. Together, these skills support the daily workflow by enabling efficient information management, thorough research, and clear dissemination of findings within the educational services environment.