Temporary Research Assistant – Tompkins Pollinator Pathway - Ithaca

Responsibilities · This temporary, part-time research position is intended to support the efforts of Tompkins Pollinator Pathway (TPP) to partner with individuals, schools, churches, government and community organizations to grow native plants, conserve ecosystems and support nat ...

Job description

Responsibilities

This temporary, part-time research position is intended to support the efforts of Tompkins Pollinator Pathway (TPP) to partner with individuals, schools, churches, government and community organizations to grow native plants, conserve ecosystems and support native pollinators. To this end, the Research Assistant (RA) will lead a short community-based study of barriers and facilitators for participation to inform efforts to expand community outreach and create a more inclusive network. The RA will work with the TPP volunteer team to develop questionnaires to survey the public and conduct key informant interviews with a small sample of community leaders representing underserved groups, rural communities, and agricultural areas.  The RA will be responsible for designing the study, conducting data collection, quantitative and qualitative analysis of interview data, as well as supervising students involved in the research. Final products will include a written summary of study results and implications, and a report on discussions with TPP team and community groups to generate potential strategies to strengthen TPP and plan implementation of these activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in conservation, field research, and community outreach, with experience including preparation of relevant reports and educational materials.
• Experience in conservation, community-based research, and/or community outreach, including preparing reports and educational materials.
• Demonstrated experience designing and leading community-based research or program evaluation projects.
• Experience developing surveys and conducting qualitative interviews.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to synthesize findings into clear reports and actionable recommendations.
• Experience working with diverse, rural, agricultural, or underserved communities preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a project independently from design through final report.

Position Details

• This is an onsite position located in Ithaca, NY
• This is a 3 month temporary position offering 19 hours/week
• The anticipated pay range for this position is $25/hr - $30/hr
• This position is not benefits eligible
• We will not be able to provide relocation assistance for this position.

University Job Title:

Temporary Research Aide

Job Family:

Temporary Academic Support

Level:

No Grade - Hourly

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Pay Range:

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Remote Option Availability:

Onsite

Company:

Contact Name:

Gabriel Gonzalez

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