American University
Research Assistant (Student)
American University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
Important guidance for current American University employees: American University current employees, including those employed in student positions, must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into your employee Workday account and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Applying outside of your employee Workday account may cause delays in a hire process.
Department College of Arts & Sciences
Time Type Part time
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Summary Job Description: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to support our team by conducting phone interviews and collecting critical data for our ongoing research project. This role is ideal for a student interested in gaining hands‑on experience in research methodologies and contributing to meaningful work that aims to be a part of documenting abortion care from a sociological lens.
Essential Functions
Conduct phone interviews with participants, adhering to the research protocol and ethical guidelines.
Collect and accurately record data from interviews in the designated database or spreadsheet.
Maintain confidentiality and privacy of participant information.
Assist with scheduling interviews and follow‑up calls as needed.
Provide regular updates to the research team and participate in team meetings.
Perform additional research‑related tasks as directed.
Position Type / Expected Hours Of Work
Student
Part‑time
15 hours per week
Salary Range
$17.95 per hour
Required Education And Experience
Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a relevant undergraduate or graduate program (e.g., sociology, public health, social work).
Excellent verbal communication skills and comfortable making phone calls.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Familiarity with basic research methods and data collection techniques.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software for data recording.
Passion for contributing to research that aims to improve access to essential services and uphold human rights.
Other Details
This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
American University is an E‑Verify employer.
Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.
Contact Us For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu.
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Part‑time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Higher Education
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Research Assistant (Student)
role at
American University . Be among the first 25 applicants.
Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.
This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
Important guidance for current American University employees: American University current employees, including those employed in student positions, must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into your employee Workday account and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Applying outside of your employee Workday account may cause delays in a hire process.
Department College of Arts & Sciences
Time Type Part time
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Summary Job Description: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to support our team by conducting phone interviews and collecting critical data for our ongoing research project. This role is ideal for a student interested in gaining hands‑on experience in research methodologies and contributing to meaningful work that aims to be a part of documenting abortion care from a sociological lens.
Essential Functions
Conduct phone interviews with participants, adhering to the research protocol and ethical guidelines.
Collect and accurately record data from interviews in the designated database or spreadsheet.
Maintain confidentiality and privacy of participant information.
Assist with scheduling interviews and follow‑up calls as needed.
Provide regular updates to the research team and participate in team meetings.
Perform additional research‑related tasks as directed.
Position Type / Expected Hours Of Work
Student
Part‑time
15 hours per week
Salary Range
$17.95 per hour
Required Education And Experience
Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a relevant undergraduate or graduate program (e.g., sociology, public health, social work).
Excellent verbal communication skills and comfortable making phone calls.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Familiarity with basic research methods and data collection techniques.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software for data recording.
Passion for contributing to research that aims to improve access to essential services and uphold human rights.
Other Details
This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
American University is an E‑Verify employer.
Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.
Contact Us For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu.
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Part‑time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Higher Education
#J-18808-Ljbffr