Part Time - Student (undergraduate) - Nsf Socratic Metacognitive Inquiry-based Learning Environment Project

Bordenstein Lab

State College, Pennsylvania, USA
On-site
Smile learning exercises
Qualitative/quantitative data collection
Ai and large language models
The Bordenstein Lab at Penn State University is seeking an undergraduate student for a part-time research assistant position in the SMILE project, focusing on metacognitive inquiry-based learning. The role involves designing educational materials, coordinating data collection, and contributing to research documentation

Job Summary

  • Join the SMILE research team to support the design, testing, and dissemination of SMILE learning exercises and to assist with qualitative/quantitative data collection for evaluating student and stakeholder experiences.
  • Undergraduate research assistants will contribute to developing educational materials, coordinating interviews and focus groups, producing high-quality research documentation (e.g., notes and transcripts), and sharing project outcomes through professional communication channels, including conferences and academic/professional social media/website.
  • This role provides hands-on experience with research operations, qualitative methods, and educational innovation using AI and Large Language Models, with opportunities to build practical skills in study coordination, content development, and applied analysis.

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The Bordenstein Lab at Penn State University is seeking an undergraduate student for a part-time research assistant position in the SMILE project, focusing on metacognitive inquiry-based learning. The role involves designing educational materials, coordinating data collection, and contributing to research documentation.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • SMILE learning exercises
  • qualitative/quantitative data collection
  • AI and Large Language Models
  • strong writing and communication skills
  • reliability and professionalism

Nice-to-have

  • creativity and independent work abilities
  • attention to detail

Key Requirements

  • Currently enrolled undergraduate student
  • Two-to three-year commitment

Work Rights

Not specified

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