Part-time Undergraduate Research Assistant - Department Of Statistics

Penn State

University Park, PA, US
Not specified; hours, wages + anticipyted periods ...
Hybrid
Knowledge of introductory statistics concepts
Demonstrated interest in stem education
Ability to work with faculty and graduate students
The Department of Statistics seeks undergraduate research assistants to support a National Science Foundation-funded project on statistics education

Job Summary

  • The Department of Statistics seeks undergraduate research assistants to support a National Science Foundation-funded project on statistics education.
  • Successful applicants will collaborate with faculty and graduate students to create a unique dataset of student responses from partner institutions.
  • Candidates will gain state-of-the-art knowledge on the development of formative assessment questions and rubrics.

Matching Summary

The Department of Statistics seeks undergraduate research assistants to support a National Science Foundation-funded project on statistics education.

Salary

Not specified; Hours, wages and anticipated periods of employment will vary

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Knowledge of introductory statistics concepts
  • Demonstrated interest in STEM Education
  • Ability to work with faculty and graduate students

Nice-to-have

  • Direct experience with teaching and learning practices
  • Experience with multiple statistics courses
  • Interest in formative assessment question development

Key Requirements

  • Undergraduate student status or current Penn State employee
  • Completion of background checks per university policy
  • Potential NSF eligibility requirements for funding compliance

Work Rights

Not specified

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