WAE Research Assistant
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Job Posting Title:
WAE Research Assistant
Position Type:
Wages as Earned (Fixed Term)
Department:
LSUAM HSE - Office of Educational Research (Eugene Kennedy (00011900))
Work Location:
H.P. Long Field House
Pay Grade:
Temporary
Job Description:
College of Human Sciences & Education
Office of Educational Research
This individual will assist with design and execution of a study of a summer learning camp for middle school students.
Job responsibilities
20%- Conduct a review of current literature related to the design of summer learning experiences in English Language Arts and Mathematics for middle school students.
30%- Identify effective models and “best practices” and conduct an analysis that connects camp design to learning theories and youth development.
40%- Develop a “rough” draft of a manuscript (15 to 20 pages) for the design of a summer learning camp that can be implemented in the college next summer.
10%- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Skills Needed:
Preferred Skills:
Posting Date:
August 5, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
December 5, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
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