MS or PhD Research Assistant

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The successful candidate will earn a MS or PhD in Animal Sciences or Occupation & Rehabilitation Science, depending on student background and interest. The student will serve as study coordinator for a pilot study of equine-assisted learning for young adults with Down Syndrome
. Additionally, the student will have opportunities to contribute to other equine-assisted services research at Temple Grandin Equine Center, more information available: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

• Full tuition coverage and research assistant stipend for 2 (MS) or 3 (PhD) years
• Rigorous academic program focused on occupation and rehabilitation science (ORS degree) human-equine interaction (AS degree)
• Opportunities to contribute to ongoing research projects and interdisciplinary collaborations
• Mentorship in intervention science, clinical trials management, outcome measurement, and mixed-methods research
• Training within a land-grant Carnegie R1 institution

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Sciences with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Animal Sciences, Occupational Therapy, or related fields with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Academic record with evidence of research potential (e.g., thesis, publications, presentations)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

• Experience providing equine-assisted services (adaptive/therapeutic riding, equine-assisted learning, occupational therapy integrating horses, etc.)
• Experience working with individuals with Down Syndrome or other developmental disabilities
• Experience with project management, especially clinical trials management
• Experience with quantitative and/or qualitative research methods including data analysis

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Applicants must first schedule a meeting with Caiti Peters to learn more about the position and ensure it is a good fit for the applicant's background and interests. Contact Caiti Peters ers

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