Job Description:

Job Summary:

This position involves preparing data for further analysis by analyzing video or audio files of children and then classifying them according to a specific coding scheme.

Responsibilities:

• Reviews videos and/or audio of conversations of young children interacting with their caregivers to quantify specific information (i.e., use of child- vs. adult-directed speech) in order to prepare data for further analysis.

• Completes tasks related to data entry, data quality checks, and data validation according to a specific protocol.

• Creates and maintains accurate records.

• Protects and maintains confidentiality of participant information.

• Develops a clear understanding of protocols and procedures and implement them in a standardized fashion.

• Provides technical and administrative support in a laboratory environment performing basic laboratory techniques, research, and analysis under direction.

• Provides routine or standardized laboratory duties by collecting data in support of research projects under direct supervision.

• Collects and enters data. Assists in analysis of data and with preparation of reports, manuscripts, and other documents.

• Complies with institution, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Competencies:

• Ability to focus on a single task for an entire shift.

• Detailed-oriented.

• Being able to work independently and provide regular updates to the team.

• Proactive in problem-solving and/or anticipation of problems.

• Reliable and efficient in communicating with the team.

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

Education, Experience, or Certifications:

Education:

• High School diploma required.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Experience:

• Two years of related experience preferred.

Required Documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

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