Research Assistant

Company Description

The Center for Applied Linguistics is a nonprofit organization promoting access, equity and mutual understanding for linguistically and culturally diverse people around the world.

The mission of the Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) is to promote language learning and cultural understanding by serving as a trusted source for research, resources, and policy analysis. Through its work, CAL seeks solutions to issues involving language and culture as they relate to access and equity in education and society around the globe.

Job Description

**Applicants must submit a Résumé and Cover Letter to be considered for this position.**

The Center for Applied Linguistics is located in Washington DC. This is a hybrid position, and the employee may choose to work in their preferred combination of in person at the office in a hoteling capacity, or remotely.

Candidates for this position are preferred to reside within the DC Metro area (DC/Maryland/Virginia). Staff may work from locations outside of Washington DC, Maryland, or Virginia if approved for telework. However, this position is not open to candidates residing in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, California, or the U.S. Territories.

Candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents admitted to the U.S. for permanent residence to comply with the eligibility requirements of one of our grants.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Research Assistant provides research and development support in the Dual Language and Multilingual Education (DLME) division for project-specific tasks and activities and is responsible for carrying out project activities as assigned, contributing to the completion of project tasks and deliverables.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (as commensurate with half-time position)

• Assist with program evaluation projects related to the qualitative collection of data and assistance with analyzing and summarizing the data.

• Assist with professional development projects, including formatting and editing documents and providing support in synchronously delivered, remote workshops.
• Assist with the development of digital badges for DLME institutes.
• Draft DLME contracts following a template.
• Create new project forms, POs for consultants, and other administrative tasks within the division.
• Create meeting agendas and take and disseminate meeting notes.
• Communicate with consultants and external colleagues, as requested.
• Coordinate project tasks and timelines.
• Assist with other administrative duties as needed.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, in a related field.
• Experience working in bilingual education and/or K-12 language teaching.
• Experience or formal coursework in second language acquisition and second-language instruction methodology.
• Experience assisting with the collection and analysis of qualitative data (for example, observing classroom instructional practices using an observation protocol, and summarizing the results).

Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Excellent interpersonal, editing, oral and written communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish and/or a language other than English.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) and Google Drive (Docs, Sheets, Forms, and Slides).
• Experience with using social media.
• Ability to work flexibly and cooperatively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Acute attention to detail and ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Additional Information

COMPENSATION:

Minimum Salary: 50% of $59,500 Annually ; Benefits eligible

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to effectively communicate. The employee may be required to sit or stand in a stationary position for 50% of the time. This position constantly operates a computer and other office productivity equipment. CAL adheres to ADA compliance and guidelines as a common practice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, CAL complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

CAL expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of CAL employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.