The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) is pleased to announce a Research Assistant position, to be filled as soon as possible, in our national office located in Washington, DC. The Research Assistant is responsible for providing support for our research program and Faculty Compensation Survey. The Research Assistant will be located in the American Association of University Professors’s national office in Washington, DC, and will report to the American Association of University Professors Director of External Relations. The position involves working with diverse individuals both inside and outside of the American Association of University Professors office.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Research Assistant plays a key role in our Faculty Compensation Survey (FCS) as well as other research projects. The position will include the following duties and responsibilities:
2. Respond to routine information requests on other higher education topics utilizing published sources.
3. Participate in activities of the American Association of University Professors national office staff.
4. Maintain an understanding of key higher education issues, including academic labor, academic freedom, and shared governance.
5. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
The Research Assistant should have strong statistical/mathematical skills and a demonstrated attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy. Other requirements for the position include:
Compensation:
Salary range: Starting salary of $50,000 for minimum qualifications; higher salary for preferred qualifications and experience. Generous benefits package, including health insurance and 401(K).
Position Classification:
The Research Assistant position is categorized as an administrative assistant position. This position is designated as an administrative assistant position in the Department of External Relations and is based in DC. This position is part of the staff union bargaining unit. This is a non-exempt position, eligible for overtime pay.
The American Association Of University Professors is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability, race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, or other characteristics unrelated to professional performance.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
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