Part-Time Bilingual Research Associate (Occasional Worker)

About the role

The Early Childhood Education Institute (ECEI) is searching for a Part-time Bilingual (Spanish) Research Associate to join our team of researchers engaged in early childhood research-practice partnerships and longitudinal studies. Part-time Research Associates administer child assessments and classroom observations, conduct field-based research, and work with our CAP Tulsa and Educare projects, among others.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Collects, enters, verifies, and manages quantitative and qualitative data following approved protocols; assists with 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood, Psychology or related field required.
• Research, early childhood or social service background preferred.
• Hiring contingent upon a background check.

Skills

• 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.

Pay

Target salary range: $21.00 – $23.00 per hour.

Schedule

Work schedule: Monday – Friday, standard/fixed schedule; availability M‑F, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM. Preference for availability at least 4‑5 days per week. Travel required.

Benefits

Not eligible for benefits.