Graduate Student Research Assistant

Job Summary

The primary duties and responsibilities of the graduate student research assistant are to provide support to Research Division project teams in the design and conduct of social science research aimed at discovering innovative or improved approaches to the judicial administration in federal appellate, district, and bankruptcy courts.

Sub Agency Name

The Federal Judicial Center

Major Duties

• Specific duties and responsibilities, generally exercised under the guidance of a Research Associate or Senior Research Associate, may include support with:
• Conducting literature reviews;
• Organizing, coding, and analyzing data;
• Creating and documenting datasets;
• Creating tables and graphs to present research findings;
• Developing research instruments such as interview protocols, questionnaires, and coding protocols;
• Writing and administering online surveys;
• Writing reports of research findings.

Education

Currently enrolled and seeking a graduate degree in a social or behavioral science discipline such as psychology, sociology, or political science at an accredited educational institution, on a full-time basis.

Requirements

KEY REQUIREMENTS: You must be a United States Citizen, subject to the exceptions enumerated at

. Selectee must favorably complete a background investigation. Relatives of Center staff members may not be employed at the Center in any capacity. All requirements must be met for full consideration.

The Federal Judicial Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and an inclusive work culture. It strives to maintain a professional and collegial workplace in which everyone is valued and treated fairly and respectfully.

How To Apply

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: The Federal Judicial Center recruits graduate student research assistants for the Fall, Spring and Summer semesters. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and should include the following materials:

• Cover letter explaining how you meet the qualifications stated above, and indicating whether you are applying for Summer, Fall, and/or Spring;
• Unofficial transcript or proof of enrollment;
• Resume;
• The name and contact information of at least one reference.

Please email all application materials to

. You may also direct any questions about the position to this address.

Salary and Benefits

Graduate Students (first and second year): $19.65 per hour
Graduate Students (third year or completed degree): $22.11 per hour
This position is part-time. Benefits are not applicable for this position.

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