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Research Position

Research Assistant -Place-based Education - P. Bocko [Work Study] Antioch University New England Keene, NH Work-Study (AUNE) Posted 1 week ago

Deadline
Mar 04, 2027
Closing in 136 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Fixed contract (1-4 years)
Part time
Reference
N/A
Posted Sep 08, 2026

About the role

Research Assistant -Place-based Education - P. Bocko Work Study

Applicants must be enrolled students at Antioch University living in the United States

Start Date: 8/31/2026 End Date: 12/12/2026 Number of Positions: One Hours per Week: 15 hrs / week / one student. Weekends Required: No Evenings Required: No

Supervisor: Paul Bocko

Alternate Supervisor: Carol Renzelman

This position allows for remote work Yes/No: Yes

Percentage of time that could be remote (0-100%): 75%

Method to assess remote work: We will have two meetings per month during which progress is assessed and new objectives and tasks are communicated.

Job Description

  • Paul Bocko and the Center for Place-based Education (PBE) are involved in three research projects.
  • These include investigating the impact of intentional outdoor learning with K-12 teachers and students, cooperative inquiry research with professionals who serve as place-, nature-, or sustainability-education coordinators, and evaluating engagement of graduate students in a PBE course.
  • The research assistant will help coordinate research partners (2 hrs.), seek out and collect existing research related to studies (2 hrs.), investigate writing and conference presentation opportunities (2 hrs.), participate in data collection (4 hrs.), attend planning meetings (1 hr.) , and assist in data analysis (4 hrs.).
  • Qualifications

  • Some experience with research is helpful.
  • And, willingness to learn is the most desired qualification.
  • Does this position meet the definition of Community Service? No

    How to Apply: Email cover and resume to supervisor.

    Email: [email protected]

    Position Type: Work Study

    Department: Education

    How to apply

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