Hourly Research Assistant

Hourly Research Assistant

Position Number : 1P0006

Category Status : 16-Student Hourly, Grad

Unit : ARCH-Center for Smart Growth Research & Education

Position Summary / Purpose of Position :

The National Center for Smart Growth, a research unit of the School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation, is hiring an hourly research assistant for Spring 2024 and potentially beyond. This student will primarily support Purple Line Corridor Coalition staff in organizing and planning for community-led walks to collect qualitative data about safe access to the Purple Line. Students with experience in qualitative research, project management, note-taking, and scheduling are encouraged to apply. Students in a Master's degree program or community planning and other related fields are encouraged to apply. A bachelor's degree is required. The position will pay $29 per hour at 5-8 hours per week. Please send a cover note (email is fine) and CV to plcc@umd.edu referencing "Hourly Research Assistant Position" in the subject line.

Required application materials : CV

Minimum Qualifications :

This position is only open to students enrolled in a Master's degree program or community planning at the University of Maryland, College Park.

Diversity Statement :

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information :

Please send a cover note (email is fine) and CV to plcc@umd.edu

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