Data Collector

POSITION SUMMARY:

Erikson Institute is pleased to announce an opening for aData Collector (DC) for its “Brain Breaks” study, funded by the Institute for Education Sciences. Under the supervision of the Study Coordinator (SC), the DC will assist with data collection (e.g., visiting schools and conducting face-to-face assessments with children and/or classroom observations) on a part-time, as-needed basis. The DC will work closely with the SC to maintain integrity and consistency of the vision and implementation plan of all tasks.

This position will require an average of 10 hours per week and will have inconsistent timings. Individual must have their own car and a valid driver's license, and will be reimbursed for mileage at the approved federal rate (currently 65.5 cents per mile). Public transportation is unfortunately not tenable for this position due to the amount of equipment and research supplies that need to be transported to each site.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone committed to children’s learning and development, and to reducing inequities in educational opportunities.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

In collaboration with the PI and project team:

1. Drive up to an hour from campus for data collection visits, and conduct data collection duties according to protocols.
2. Perform other duties as assigned.

SOFTWARE COMPETENCIES:

1. Microsoft Word: Yes
2. Microsoft Excel: Yes
3. Microsoft Outlook: Yes
4. Microsoft PowerPoint: Yes

In addition to the use of the above, the DC will be required to use our web-based collaboration systems (e.g., Teams, Google Drive) as well as proprietary databases created at Erikson.

PREFERRED HUMAN RELATIONS SKILLS

All primary communication with schools, parents, and teachers will be managed by the Study Coordinator and relayed to the DC. All communications with principals, teachers, and parents must recognize these individuals as the experts in the lives of the children we will be serving, and communications with children must be respectful of their growing abilities to self-regulate. Further, the DC will need to have and be willing to further their skills in establishing a collaborative and welcoming atmosphere for children, families, and staff representing diversity across race, class, religion, gender and sexual preference identification, and proactively crafting efforts to reduce barriers to equal project participation that these and other groups may face.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor’s degree (preferred) in a social science field (e.g., child development, education, psychology, public health).
• Must have their own car and a valid driver’s license
• At least 0-1 years’ combined academic and field-setting experience in education, child development, or area related to this project as described above.
• Good writing and speaking skills required.
• Must be organized
• Must have a fast learning curve on new work systems (e.g., budgeting software, web-based project collaboration platform).

Erikson is open to individual candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. Candidates should apply whether or not they feel that they meet all the requirements or qualifications for the position. We are looking forward to having exciting conversations with engaging candidates and will welcome your application.

About Erikson Institute

We are the premier early childhood development organization committed to ensuring that all children have equitable opportunities to realize their potential.

Erikson Institute’s graduate school uniquely prepares child development, education, and social work leaders to improve the lives of young children and their families. Our impact and influence are further amplified through our innovative academic programs, applied research, direct services in the community, and advocacy and policy and leadership.

Erikson Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other classes protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, Erikson Institute provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws (including during the application or hiring process).

To learn more, please visit our web site at www.erikson.edu