Employer Industry: Higher Education and Research

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Hourly wage of $17.50
- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in research and administrative tasks
- Flexible hybrid work environment, combining in-person and virtual work
- Training provided for all tasks and responsibilities
- Develop critical skills such as communication, teamwork, and critical thinking
- Contribute to significant research on the history of the international slave trade

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Conduct research activities using archives, libraries, and online sources
- Draft reports or summaries for the Principal Investigator (PI)
- Assist with administrative tasks related to research projects
- Support experiments, coding, data entry, and data cleaning
- Create graphs and figures for research documentation

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Must be a student with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year
- Entry-level position; little to no experience required
- Familiarity with the subject area of anthropology or related fields is beneficial
- Ability to work during standard business hours (Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm)
- Must pass a background check due to access to sensitive information

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience with research methodologies or administrative tasks in an academic setting
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency in data analysis software or tools
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Interest in the study of history, particularly related to the international slave trade

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