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Statistics Research Assistant

Grinnell College

Grinnell, USA

Part-time

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Job Details

Job Title: Student Research Assistant with Professor Kuiper

Department: Statistics

Supervisor Title: Professor of Statistics

Position Description

Work collaboratively with statistics faculty to develop, implement, and evaluate multiple activities that incorporate data science and modern statistical methods. This involves creating and maintaining professional level code, database management, and managing the current websites, https://stat2games.sites.grinnell.edu and http://web.grinnell.edu/individuals/kuipers/stat2labs/ .

Location (physical address)

Most work in online. We will meet at the Grinnell Science Building, Room 2402

Schedule

5 -10 hours each week on an ongoing basis.
Physical and Cognitive Requirements

Physical

Sit; Walk up or down stairs; Use hands to finger, handle or feel; Reach with hands and arms; Talk or hear

Cognitive

Analyzing information or data; Effective communication skills; Composing and comprehending communication materials; Establishing effective interpersonal relationships; Adjusting to change; Using logic to define problems; Making decisions of moderate to substantial consequence; Performing mathematical calculations; Editing reports or technical materials; Planning and organizing; Working under time pressure and within timelines/deadlines; Coordinating work with others; Handling multiple assignments and priorities; Completing work in an accurate manner; Concentrating – maintaining attention to detail; Memory functions;

Evaluation Procedure and Schedule

Application Instructions

Position Availability

Immediately

When to Apply

Students should contact Shonda Kuiper in the semester prior to working.

Supervision Description

Qualifications and Professional Development

Employees must be proficient in at least one of the following:

Unity software

R Programming

Database Management

Specific Skills Acquired/Developed

Communication ; Computer skills; Word Processing ; Knowledge and understanding on how to access the internet ; Competent reading and writing skills ; Report writing ; Research skills ; Statistical skills ; Working autonomously ; Interaction skills ; Listening skills ; Preparing and giving presentations ; Presentation Skills ; Working under pressure or within designated boundaries ; Time management ; Organization skills ; Team work ; Working in groups

Transferable Skills

Ability to work in a team structure; Ability to verbally communicate with persons inside and outside the organization; Ability to make decisions and solve problems; Ability to obtain and process information; Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work; Ability to analyze quantitative data; Technical knowledge related to the job; Proficiency with computer software programs; Ability to create and/or edit written reports;
Schedule and Location

Reports To

Shonda Kuiper

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