Research & Data Assistant
$22/hour, paid directly
Around 3 hours/week
We're looking for a student to help a NYC-based relationship therapist research topics related to psychology, dating, sex, relationships, and human connection.
This is a small, flexible gig, ideal for a student who understands research and statistics, enjoys reading academic literature, and wants to make a little extra money on the side.
Responsibilities
- Literature Research: Find relevant academic studies and papers on specific topics or questions.
- Research Evaluation: Assess the quality of studies, including their methodology, strengths, and limitations.
- Summarizing Findings: Explain what we can reasonably conclude from a study, what we can't, and how much confidence we should place in its findings.
We're looking for someone who
- Has a strong understanding of statistics and research methods.
- Is comfortable finding, reading, and interpreting peer-reviewed research.
- Can think critically about data and communicate findings clearly.
No professional research experience required. Relevant coursework and academic projects absolutely count.
How to Apply
Send your résumé and brief answers to the following questions directly in the body of your email. Coursework and academic projects count!
- Which statistics, research methods, or quantitative analysis courses have you completed? Please list them.
- Describe a research project you've worked on that involved interpreting statistical findings. What was the research question, what statistical methods were used, and what conclusions did you draw?
- When evaluating a research study, what do you look for to determine whether its findings are credible and its conclusions justified?
Please use the subject line: Research Assistant – [Your Name]
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