P&G Research Assistant-SW

Student Worker - Politics and Government Research Assistant

Number of Openings: 2

Purpose/Objective of the Role:

Research assistants will code human rights reports, continuing to build a global dataset on human rights abuses. Project is led by Professor Franklin, with support from a grant from the Centennial Center with the American Political Science Association.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Research Assistants (RAs) will be trained on applying coding schemes to measure the severity and targets of human rights abuses.
• RAs will then use information in human rights reports to code the variables for a wide range of countries.
• RAs will largely work independently at times that fit their schedules but will meet regularly with Prof. Franklin and discuss any questions or difficulties they encounter in the coding process.
• The position could be fall only or extend into spring depending on how long the grant funding holds out.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Current OWU student, sophomore status or higher, preferably majoring in Politics and Government, International Studies, or similar social science field.
• Students must be able to carefully follow directions, work independently and stay on task.
• Students must also attend meetings with professor and communicate any questions or difficulties.

Potential Future Career Benefit:

This position will be very useful to students considering graduate school. RAs will learn about social science research and they will also learn a lot about human rights around the world.

NOTE: Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Application Instructions:

Complete the ADP application by selecting "Apply" button and answer all questions.

Supervisor: James Franklin

Commitment: 5-6 hours per week, minimum wage

Term: Fall 26 - Spring 27 - temporary, part-time position