JOB: CAL Research Assistant (Quantitative Research Team)

[Francis Hult]

	 	 	 February 5, 2009
	 	
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Research Assistant (QRT)


Division/Program: Quantitative Research Team

Staff Classification: Research Assistant II

Hours per week: Full time (35)

Salary:  mid 40's FTE per annum, depending upon qualifications

Position Available:  Immediately

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Work under the direction of the Coordinator of the Quantitative Research Team (QRT) to assist senior staff members in the preparation of data from language tests and from research studies in language education. The Quantitative Research Team specializes in applying measurement and statistical research design and data analytical methods to language testing and applied linguistic problems.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

*	Oversee collecting, entering, and cleaning data, taking appropriate steps to ensure its quality

*	Establish and maintain communication with those who provide raw data to CAL

*	Analyze data from various CAL projects by applying appropriate quantitative research methods

*	Assist in writing reports of the research

*	Proofread data, analyses, and reports of project team members

*	Application of software tools for test and survey development.

*	Create and implement layout design for survey and test answer sheets

*	Assist other CAL staff in issues of quantitative research and language testing

*	Manage team and project calendars

*	Coordinate dissemination of researcher developed instruments

QUALIFICATIONS: 



Education:

Bachelor's degree and 2 years experience or Master's Degree preferred.

Experience:

At least 2 years of data preparation, analysis and reporting experience.

Qualifications:

*	Strong EXCEL, SPSS, and database skills

*	Experience with InDesign and scannable answer sheets a plus

*	Some Web page design and programming

*	Writing, editing, and proofreading skills (APA style a plus)

*	Outstanding organizational and time management skills

*	Proven ability to juggle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines

*	Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills

*	Ability to take direction as well as work independently

*	Established track record of working successfully in team situations

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CAL offers a comfortable work environment with competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. We are conveniently located two blocks from the Tenleytown/AU Metro Station on the Red Line.

The Center for Applied Linguistics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment based upon race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, handicap, or any other reason not related to employment.

In accordance with INS regulations, all successful applicants will be required to show proof of their legal right to accept employment in the United States.

IF INTERESTED, SEND RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO:

CENTER FOR APPLIED LINGUISTICS
4646 40th Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20016-1859
ATTN: Phyllis Tate, Recruitment 09-02

Or respond by e-mail to: jobs at cal.org, Attn: 09-02

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