Part-Time Research Assistant

Job Description

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
This position is for an undergraduate student to develop algorithm(s) for automated text analysis such as but not limited to:
Develop algorithm(s) by which science misconceptions can be identified in writing
Develop algorithm(s) by which the creativity of problem solutions can be evaluated
The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to contribute to research reports based on the use of such algorithms to analyze student data.
Compensation:
The starting rate for this job is $15.00 per hour

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