AidData Research Assistant-1

Job Requisition:

JR101627 AidData Research Assistant-1 (Open)

Job Posting Title:

AidData Research Assistant-1

Department:

CC00232 WM001 | PROV | AidData

Job Family:

Staff - Lab & Research Support

Worker Sub Type:

Wage-Temporary (requires end date - non-benefited) (Fixed Term) (Fixed Term)

Job Requisition Primary Location:

Swem Library

Primary Job Posting Location:

Swem Library

Job Description Summary:

Researchers will contribute to data collection and entry for AidData’s Chinese Loans and Grants (CLG) dataset, with a focus on Chinese official finance to high-income countries.

Job Description:

Required Qualifications:

• Clear written communication, strong information synthesis and analysis skills, and attention to detail.

• Demonstrated interest in international finance, international development, and/or Chinese foreign policy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.

• Research experience.

Conditions of Employment:

• This position is a temporary (hourly) position not to exceed 6 months.

• All hourly employees are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program and total hours worked may not exceed on average 29 hours per week, over the course of a twelve-month period beginning May 1 each year.

• This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position may be subject to overtime during high peak times, etc. as directed and approved by the supervisor.

• This position is not benefit eligible.

• This is a restricted position, subject to the continued availability of funding.

Posting Rate: $15.50 per hour

Is this position remote: Hybrid

Is this position Essential?: No

Job Duties:

Research Assistant - 100%

• Collecting, coding, and quality assuring data for AidData’s Chinese Loans and Grants (CLG) dataset.

• Coders will apply AidData’s rigorous Tracking Underreported Financial Flows (TUFF) Methodology to help produce the most comprehensive dataset of Chinese official finance.

Additional Job Description:

Applies knowledge of scientific/technical principles, practices, and regulatory requirements of functional areas.
Performs a variety of procedures supporting clinical, research, field research, service or regulatory and/or diagnostic laboratory programs.
Duties may include performing standardized or specialized scientific or clinical procedures, performing preliminary procedures to prepare, expedite, and facilitate further scientific examination and training, assisting in veterinary surgical procedures, analysis and compilation of data, communicating findings/research results, animal care, repairing and maintaining equipment and ordering supplies.
May have contact with, private business, other state agencies or government entities, faculty, students and researchers, and/or the general public to communicate results and explain laboratory procedures or regulatory requirements.

Hourly Jobs:  All hourly employees are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program and total hours worked may not exceed, on average, 29 hours per week, over the course of a twelve-month period beginning May 1 each year.  

Benefits Summary Statement

William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/hr/currentemployees/benefits/index.php

Job Profile:

JP0024 - Laboratory & Research Specialist I - Nonexempt - Hourly - H03

Qualifications:

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Compensation Grade:

H03

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-04-30

Review Date:

Position Restrictions:

Restricted Funds & Restricted Term

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Remote Work Disclaimer: Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.