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Wilson Language Training Research Assistant in Des Moines, Iowa

Research Assistant

Department: Acadience

Location:

Acadience Learning is dedicated to providing leadership in the field of education. We aim to support educators by conducting high-quality research, developing innovative assessment solutions, creating practical educational tools, and delivering comprehensive professional development opportunities in order to help improve student, teacher and school outcomes.

We strive to reflect this belief in our work and the success of our team members is no less paramount. We-re dedicated to ensuring that every employee experiences truly satisfying professional development while feeling inspired to bring their authentic selves to work. Are you ready to be a changemaker?

We are growing and looking to hire a Research Assistant.

The Research Assistant is remote position and is responsible for carrying out research-related tasks under the direction of research project directors and/or the Vice President of Research & Innovation.

Essential Job Functions:

Provides support for ongoing research projects including but not limited to:

  • Tracking data and project tasks in spreadsheets

  • Editing and proofreading written materials

  • Assisting with the development of materials

  • Data collection

  • Scoring of assessment protocols

  • Data entry

  • Conducting simple statistical procedures with direction and support

  • Maintaining electronic library

  • General administrative assistance (e.g., taking minutes at meetings, filing, printing)

  • Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

Skills:

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Knowledge of research in the area of early language, literacy, and/or math development is desirable

  • Knowledge of educational assessment is desirable, particularly experience with Acadience Reading.

  • Knowledge of G Suite applications is desirable

Experience:

  • Experience working within a research team and/or an educational environment.

  • Experience with Microsoft Suite, including Excel and Power Point.

  • Knowledge of Spanish language is desirable.

Education or Certification:

  • Minimum of a bachelor-s degree in education, psychology, or a related field or experience in an educational research setting.

Wilson has identified the anticipated pay range for this role based on the many factors that we consider in defining compensation levels for our roles, including market data, and internal equity considerations. Actual pay, and allocation between base and any target discretionary bonus, will vary based on geographic location, education, work experience, skills, market data, and internal equity considerations. Wilson offers competitive benefits, including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and Life & Disability Insurance

  • 401k plan with partial employer match

  • Paid Time Off

  • Paid holidays

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • -O-Connor days,- which refers to a company-wide office closure between Christmas and New Year-s Eve, as well as other perks.

Anticipated Salary range: $40,000 - $50,000.

Wilson Language Training is an Equal Opportunity, Drug-Free Employer Committed to Diversity in the Workplace. M/W/D/V

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