Post title: Research Assistant (2 - 3)
Tentative Timeline: July - December 2024
Location: Delhi, India (onsite work)
Duration: 4 - 22 weeks
On behalf of the University of Jyväskylä, Finland, we are recruiting 2 - 3 research assistants to work with
us on a study that aims to examine the development of literacy skills in primary grade level children, cross-
language transfer between Hindi and English, and factors associated with the variation in children’s literacy
development. In this randomized-controlled trial study, children will receive exposure to a research-based
literacy programme which will be implemented in select English-medium government schools in Delhi
region. This study is phase 2 of the first pilot which examined the effectiveness of GraphoLearn and
classroom phonics instruction.
Responsibilities
- Conducting reading assessments in English and Hindi, and demographic survey.
- Assisting with set-up of the intervention materials (tablets, headphones, etc.).
- Supervising children during the intervention period.
- Conducting classroom observations (when required).
- Assisting with data compilation and cleaning.
- Support teacher training sessions (when required).
Qualifications
- At least a bachelor’s degree (Education, Psychology, Social Work would be desirable). Master’s degree
students looking for an internship may also apply.
- Prior experience of working with children is desirable.
- Fluency in English and Hindi (spoken and written) required.
Skills
- High punctuality and efficiency
- Excellent organizational skills
- Good communication skills
- High accountability
Please keep in mind:
- This is a paid opportunity.
- You will be provided with a certificate for research assistant work on behalf of the University of Jyväskylä
granted that you are able to stay throughout the committed period. The opportunity may be supportive for
candidates who want to pursue higher studies or career opportunities in education and/or development. It
would allow gaining experience in carrying out data collection in a school setting, data compilation as per
the study design, developing and using research-based assessment tools, conducting classroom observations
for a scientific study, and preliminary quantitative analysis on MS Excel.
How to Apply
Please send your resume and a cover letter (max. 250 words) describing your suitability for the position to
Deepti Bora at [email protected] (the positions will be closed once filled). Shortlisted candidates will be
contacted for an interview.
