IRiSS Predoctoral Research Fellowship

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and relevant experience in an applicable social science. Degree must be received or expected no later than June, 2024.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• General understanding of scientific theory and methods, typically gained through completion of an undergraduate degree in a related field.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs.
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

In addition, preferred requirements include:

• The ability to work independently and as a member of a research team
• The ability to take initiative and see projects through to completion
• Interest in and enthusiasm for pursuing graduate studies or a career in social science research

Please see the program webpage for any additional eligibility requirements for each research project.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

HOW TO APPLY:

We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button. Applications must be submitted by February 29, 2024.

To be considered, along with the online application, you must:

1. Identify from one to three of the research projects from the IRISS website to which you wish to apply – in order of your preference. You will do this by adding a preference number to your cover letter document titles, with preference 1 being your first choice, then preferences 2 and 3 for your optional two additional project choices.
2. Cover letters.  Upload separate cover letters for each of the research projects to which you wish to apply. These letters should outline how your academic, personal, and/or professional experiences have prepared you for this research project.  You should describe your interest in the specific faculty project, identify research skills that may be relevant, such as your familiarity with programming languages, and note prior experience, if any, as an undergraduate research assistant and with independent research (e.g., a senior thesis.)
   
   When uploading these cover letters, please title each with your name, faculty project identification letter, and preference number:  e.g. “LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME_PROJ_A_1.” Faculty project descriptions and identification letters can be found on the IRiSS website.
3. Optional background information.  IRiSS is committed to building a diverse and inclusive research community. We actively recruit and mentor researchers who bring a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to our academic disciplines and strengthen our ideas. If you would like to share additional information about your background, perspectives, or experiences, please attach it as a separate document.
4. CV (resume).  Include all relevant education, research experience, work experience, and skills.
5. College transcript(s). You may submit unofficial copies.
6. Optional writing sample.  A paper (or excerpt) that displays your writing and analytic skills and capacity to execute independent research.  Any length is acceptable.
7. Multiple attachments can be uploaded to the general attachments section. Example File Names: “LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME_TRANSCRIPT”; “LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME_RESUME,” “LASTNAME_FIRST_BACKGROUND”; “LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME_WRITING”; "LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME_PROJ_C_1”; “LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME_PROJ_A_2”; LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME_PROJ_D_3”

The expected pay for this position is $29.33 per hour.

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