Updated: 4 months ago
Location: Lincoln, NEW MEXICO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;
Position Information
Position Information
| Working Title | Early Childhood Research Technician (Temporary) |
|---|---|
| Department | NE Ctr Research on Youth, Fam & School-4425 |
| Requisition Number | S_231204 |
| Posting Open Date | 12/18/2023 |
| Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 01/10/2024 |
| Posting Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Description of Work | A research technician is needed to help fulfill many research and administrative functions in the Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families and School at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Responsibilities include supporting research efforts in close coordination with project management team, including general assistance with data entry and data management; coding observational recordings of early childhood interactions, and contacting research participants to support recruitment and retention. The College of Education and Human Sciences respects people, ideas, voices, and perspectives. Diversity strengthens our ability to problem solve and build more equitable and inclusive solutions for campus challenges. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination . |
| Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, child development or related field. Two years of research experience including data entry and data management. Work and proficiency with spreadsheets/Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Strong communication and time management skills. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Prefer 18 months’ experience working within an institution of higher education. Experience coding video or live observations of classrooms, teachers, families, children Experience with early childhood or school settings and Qualtrics software preferred. Social media promotional skills. Ability to conduct literature searches. Knowledge of: SPSS; early childhood programming; APA formatting; and Qualtrics. |
| Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | No |
| Physical Required | No |
| Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No |
| Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes |
| Posted Salary | $17.00/hr minimum |
| How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. |
| For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Lisa Knoche [email protected] |
| Job Category (old) | Office/Service |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | |
| Work Location (City, State) | |
| Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | Yes |
| If Temporary, indicate end date | 9/30/2025 |
| Planned Hire Date: | As soon as possible |
| Appointment End Date |