Data Collector

Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Data Collector for the National Institute for Early Education Research ( NIEER ). Responsibilities for this position will include scheduling appointments with schools, administering the assessments, reporting the number of completed assessments on a weekly basis to the Project Coordinator(s), returning completed assessments to NIEER and data entry and cleaning. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Completes reliability requirements for the assessments and classroom observations required for the specific project assigned. Communicates with assigned child care programs, preschools, or schools to schedule data collection dates. Maintains active communication with programs as necessary to facilitate data collection. Administers assessments or observations in designated classrooms, as trained. Monitors participation completion of study daily and follow-up surveys. Administers semi-structured interviews to teachers, as needed. Provides daily reports on completed work. Reports the number of completed assessments to the Project Coordinator(s) and return completed assessments to NIEER on a weekly basis. Ensures the accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality of data and adherence to study protocols. Enters data as trained by coordinators and assist in data cleaning and/or entering. Participates in the recruitment, screening, and scheduling of participants for study visits. Supports coordinators in project management tasks related to data collection. Handles special projects assigned based on demonstrated knowledge and job skills.

Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with a focus or major in child development, early childhood, psychology or related field. Knowledge about child development and developmentally appropriate early childhood teaching practices. Experience in classroom settings and/or working with children. Ability to write, speak, and read Spanish. Experience working with Hispanic communities.