Undergrad Research Assistants Needed

Next Generation Undergraduate Student Success Measurement Project

This project is a longitudinal study that aims to improve our understanding of the value of undergraduate educational experiences and promote evidence-based models of undergraduate student success. We are tracking a sample of UCI students over two years and gaining information about everything from transcripts, online classroom behavior, living situations, and student moods. The purpose of the study is to capture student experiences inside and outside the classroom and paint a complete portrait of the student experience at UCI. For more information, please visit: http://education.uci.edu/next-gen-ug-success-project.html

Tasks: Students will spend their time coding data, reading academic papers in the field, and other research tasks. Students will have the opportunity to receive 4 units per quarter of Directed Research (Education 198) credit in exchange for about 10 hours of work per week. There will be opportunities to learn about the research process, present and write about your research, and apply for UROP fellowships and projects.

Preferred Majors of Applicants: Psychology; Sociology; Education Sciences; Social Sciences

Eligibility Prerequisites & Requirements: Highly motivated students, at least sophomore standing, 3.0 GPA, interest in education research, commitment to be involved in the project for at least 10 hours per week for a minimum of two quarters. Students must have strong English language skills. 

Also required: strong organizational and communication skills; flexibility in your schedule; proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Apps Suite; motivation to learn about the research process and critically engage with the material; attention to detail; ability to work independently; previous research experience and training in a social science field is a plus but not a requirement.
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To apply, please email Katsumi Yamaguchi-Pedroza (katsumi.yp@uci.edu) and include your resume/CV and a short statement of interest including your major, class standing, GPA, and why you are interested in being a research assistant for this project.