Graduate Research Assistant Supporting The Bridge Department - Part-time

NORC at the University of Chicago

Chicago, Illinois, US
Base: $18ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benefits...
On-site
Enrolled in accredited social science graduate program
Available to work 5-10 hours per week onsite
Strong interpersonal and critical reasoning skills
The role supports the National Social Life, Health, and Aging Project (NSHAP) and other initiatives within the Bridge Department at NORC

Job Summary

  • The role supports the National Social Life, Health, and Aging Project (NSHAP) and other initiatives within the Bridge Department at NORC.
  • Candidates must be current students enrolled in an accredited Social Science graduate program and available to work onsite at the Hyde Park office.
  • Intermittent staff are eligible for a retirement program contribution by NORC, holiday pay after tenure, and free counseling through the Employee Assistance Program.

Matching Summary

The role supports the National Social Life, Health, and Aging Project (NSHAP) and other initiatives within the Bridge Department at NORC.

Salary

Base: $18/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Retirement program contribution; Holiday pay; EAP access

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Enrolled in accredited Social Science graduate program
  • Available to work 5-10 hours per week onsite
  • Strong interpersonal and critical reasoning skills
  • Experience with qualitative and quantitative data analysis

Nice-to-have

  • Curious and detail-oriented mindset
  • Working knowledge of statistical software packages
  • Ability to work independently and in project teams
  • Commitment to inclusive and equitable research practices

Key Requirements

  • Must be enrolled in an accredited Social Science graduate program
  • Visa-dependent applicants must be enrolled at the University of Chicago
  • Must be available to work onsite at Hyde Park office

Work Rights

Visa-dependent applicants must be enrolled at the University of Chicago

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