Educational Research Associate (Bilingual)

Representative Duties

• Administers and scores standardized child assessments and classroom observations
• Maintain certification and reliability on all required tools
• Conducts field-based research including site visits, interviews, focus groups, and classroom observations with children, families, educators, and administrators
• Collections, enters, verifies, and manages quantitative and qualitative data following approved protocols
• Aids in maintaining well-organized and accurate data systems across digital and physical platforms
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships with project staff, department staff and faculty, early childhood professionals, and community partners
• Actively participates in meetings and contributes to communication with stakeholders

Required Skills And Abilities

• Clear and professional written and verbal communication, including presenting research to diverse audiences
• Understanding of basic research methods, including collecting and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Access, Qualtrics, and other research data management programs
• Proficient with virtual meeting and collaboration platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams)
• Strong attention to detail in all aspects of data collection, entry, and reporting
• Willingness and ability to travel, including occasional overnight trips
• Strong interpersonal skills, especially when working with young children, families, program staff, and community members
• Ability to protect sensitive data and follow research ethics, especially with children and families
• Must be fluent in Spanish

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Child and Family Studies, Psychology, Education, or a related field
• 2 years of experience in research, early childhood education, or social services, which may include direct work with children, program evaluation, data collection, or support roles in academic or community-based research settings

Benefits Eligible: Yes
Work Schedule: Other
Travel: Required