Research Assistant - Ethnographic Research

Responsibilities

• Secondary research and ethnographic research in support of a book-length project.
• Other related duties to support research as needed.
• This Research Assistant position with Professor Kate Eichhorn supports a book-length research project through secondary and ethnographic research, qualitative interviews, and other research-related tasks.
• The role is primarily remote/hybrid with occasional on-campus responsibilities.

• Previous experience carrying out secondary research.
• Training and previous experience carrying out qualitative interviews.
• Understanding of research ethics and IRB protocols.
• Interest in youth subcultures, the social and cultural impacts of digital platforms, and/or memory studies.
• Prefer graduate student in the social sciences who has already completed one more research methods courses at the graduate level.

• Hybrid/Remote - Employees hired for this position primarily work remotely with the occasional on-campus presence required with advanced notice.
• Employees in this role will also be expected to use their best judgment to be on campus when necessary in order to best fulfill the responsibilities of their job descriptions.

• Hourly Rate: $31.37 Per hour

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This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between SENS-UAW, Local 7902 and the University.

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The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.