Research Assistant (QRT)
Division/Program: Quantitative Research Team
Staff Classification: Research Assistant II
Hours per week: Full time (35)
Salary: mid 40’s FTE per annum, depending upon qualifications
Position Available: Immediately
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Work under the direction of the Coordinator of the Quantitative Research Team (QRT) to assist senior staff members in the preparation of data from language tests and from research studies in language education. The Quantitative Research Team specializes in applying measurement and statistical research design and data analytical methods to language testing and applied linguistic problems.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee collecting, entering, and cleaning data, taking appropriate steps to ensure its quality
Establish and maintain communication with those who provide raw data to CAL
Analyze data from various CAL projects by applying appropriate quantitative research methods
Assist in writing reports of the research
Proofread data, analyses, and reports of project team members
Application of software tools for test and survey development.
Create and implement layout design for survey and test answer sheets
Assist other CAL staff in issues of quantitative research and language testing
Manage team and project calendars
Coordinate dissemination of researcher developed instruments
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years experience or Master’s Degree preferred.
Experience:
At least 2 years of data preparation, analysis and reporting experience.
Qualifications:
Strong EXCEL, SPSS, and database skills
Experience with InDesign and scannable answer sheets a plus
Some Web page design and programming
Writing, editing, and proofreading skills (APA style a plus)
Outstanding organizational and time management skills
Proven ability to juggle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to take direction as well as work independently
Established track record of working successfully in team situations
CAL offers a comfortable work environment with competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. We are conveniently located two blocks from the Tenleytown/AU Metro Station on the Red Line.
The Center for Applied Linguistics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment based upon race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, handicap, or any other reason not related to employment.
In accordance with INS regulations, all successful applicants will be required to show proof of their legal right to accept employment in the United States.
IF INTERESTED, SEND RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO:
CENTER FOR APPLIED LINGUISTICS4646 40th Street NWWashington, D.C. 20016-1859ATTN: Phyllis Tate, Recruitment 09-02
Or respond by e-mail to: jobs@cal.org, Attn: 09-02
