26 June: fyi -- language testing, DC
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Research Assistant
Division: Language Testing Division (LTD)
Hours per week: Full time (35)
Salary: $32,550 - $46,519 (commensurate with experience)
Position Available: July 1, 2009
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Will be responsible for coordination and research support to a variety
of projects on language assessment and teacher professional
development on language assessment. The projects involve entering
data into databases, transcribing speech samples, coordinating
meetings, administering oral proficiency tests, conducting research on
technology and other duties as assigned.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Entering data
Transcribing responses to tests
Administering oral proficiency tests
Conducting research on technology relevant to projects
Maintaining physical and electronic files
Coding and analyzing data
Initiating and maintaining contact with partners
Assisting in development of training materials
Creating and maintaining databases
Writing project reports
Assisting in correspondence and coordination of meetings with the
Project Managers, Research Assistants, advisers and other persons
involved in the projects
Assisting in writing and editing research reports, articles,
proposals, conference presentations and other project-related products
Preparing information binders for meetings or trainings
Conducting library, Internet searches and other research activities
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
B.A. Degree or 3-5 years of experience in Education, Psychology, Language, Linguistics or related field.
Skills:
Proficient with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and Powerpoint. Must
be flexible, organized, attentive to detail, and be able to prioritize
tasks from several projects. Must work well both independently and
collaboratively with a team. Preference for a candidate with fluency
in a language other than English (Arabic preferred). Must be available
for occasional travel to meetings or conferences.
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CAL offers a comfortable work environment with competitive
compensation and an excellent benefits package. We are conveniently
located two blocks from the Tenleytown/AU Metro Station on the Red
Line.
The Center for Applied Linguistics is an equal opportunity employer
and does not discriminate in hiring or employment based upon race,
color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, handicap,
or any other reason not related to employment.
In accordance with INS regulations, all successful applicants will be
required to show proof of their legal right to accept employment in
the United States.
IF INTERESTED, SEND RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO:
CENTER FOR APPLIED LINGUISTICS
4646 40th Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20016-1859
ATTN: Phyllis Tate, Recruitment 09-07
Or respond by e-mail to: jobs@cal.org, Attn: 09-07
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