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Class II - Student Research Review Assistant - 2050ST
Job ID	15103
Job Type	Storrs Campus
Employer	Enrichment Programs
Date Posted	Aug 09, 2024
Category	Research
Job Description	Work-Study Research Assistant Program Faculty Name: Martine Granby Faculty Department: Journalism General Research Focus: This position will support the production of two short nonfiction films. One project focuses specifically on the history of the marketing materials used by the Drug Abuse Resistance Education, or D.A.R.E. program. The other revolves around the inception of Paradise Park, a Black-American resort created in 1949 as a response to segregation. Brief Position Description: Both films primarily use archival materials. I’m seeking a student who is well-versed in reporting and interviewing sources and interested in learning to work with archival footage, photos, audio, etc. The primary duties of this position, partially in-person, are: -Research topic background -Pre-interview sources -Correspond with archivists and collectors -Collect and share notes about the materials The student will build/practice reporting, research, filmmaking, and professional communication skills. Job Description: A Student Research Review Assistant - 205 will assist faculty in research effort by conducting review of literature and subject material specific to research topics. A student in this position may: -Research topic background -Pre-interview sources -Correspond with archivists and collectors -Collect and share notes about the materials
Job Requirements	Job Requirements: A student must: Be an undergraduate student with a federal work-study award Be able to operate a computer and/or other research equipment Have strong communication skills (verbal and written) Be able to maintain confidentiality Complete required research reflections and a professional development experience Meet with an OUR staff member for one advising appointment each semester to discuss learning, goals, and next steps Be able to operate a computer, telephone, and communication devices Have strong communication skills (verbal and written) Be able to meet virtually and in person Be able to organize information clearly Be able to write and communicate clearly Be able to use Excel or other spreadsheet software Preferred Qualifications: Have experience with archival research, filmmaking, and/or journalism Have an interest in history, archival research, and/or storytelling
Available Openings	1
Hours	6.0 to 7.0 hours per week
Hourly Rate	$15.84/hour
Time Frame	Academic Year
Contact Name	Jodi Eskin
Contact Email	N/A
Work Location	Storrs
Phone	860-486-7939
Fax	860-486-0222

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