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Research assistants will create data sets by researching publicly available information and assist with the preparation and storage of large datasets. They will also provide documentation on created datasets and pull data from various sources. | Candidates should have familiarity with big datasets and experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, and SQL. Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently are essential. | Darden is hiring research assistants for Fall 2025 who will report directly to Darden faculty or the Office of Research Services. This posting is for multiple positions. Work may include cleaning and parsing data, web scraping, and data documentation. Potential topics include marketing, the economy, leadership characteristics, entrepreneurship, and other topics relevant to faculty research initiatives. Responsibilities: Create data sets by researching publicly available information on companies or cities Assist with preparation and storage of large datasets Provide documentation on created datasets Pull data from reports, the web, and other sources Depending on position, work could include working with virtual machines and cloud platforms. Other duties as assigned Skills and Abilities: Ability to read through multiple reports, mine public databases, and distill information into a database (excel spreadsheet or other formats). Familiarity with big datasets Experience with Python, Java, and/or SQL Experience with machine learning or large language models for research preferred. Very strong written and verbal communication Strong synthesis skills (reading and summarizing arguments) Strong attention to detail Able to work independently while balancing multiple projects Willing to attack a problem from different angles when the first approach does not work UVA undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply. Position is open to students in business, accounting, economics, social sciences, humanities, statistics, math, computer science, data science, or other disciplines with strong programming and computational skills. Hourly pay rate depends on level of education. Students pursing a: 4-year degree: $15.00/hour MA Degree: $20.00/hour Ph.D. Degree: $25/hour Positions offers 10-20 hours/week. Position is remote, but student must physically reside in the United States. This position is ONLY open to UVA students. Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment. In 1819, Thomas Jefferson founded the University of Virginia and inaugurated a bold experiment. Two centuries later, Jefferson’s vision thrives. Across Grounds - and throughout the world - UVA students, faculty, staff and alumni challenge convention, break barriers and pursue the greater good. The University of Virginia is made up of eleven schools and affiliated foundations in Charlottesville plus the College at Wise in Southwest Virginia. The University of Virginia Health System is a renowned academic medical center committed to providing outstanding patient care, educating tomorrow's health care leaders and discovering new and better ways to treat diseases. The University's Medical Center, School of Medicine and Physicians Group are recognized for their excellence in patient care, education and research. At UVA, we offer a rich collection benefits, which have long been recognized and valued for their comprehensiveness and competitiveness in the market. In addition to a robust array of traditional benefits such as health care, time off, and retirement, UVA offers a comprehensive list of benefits and services to help staff and faculty meet their personal and family needs.

The Research Assistant will conduct literature reviews, assist in behavioral experiment design, and support participant recruitment and communication with families. They will also participate in study documentation, data organization, and contribute to early-stage data analysis. | Candidates should have graduate-level coursework in relevant fields and a demonstrated interest in developmental science or related areas. Experience with human subjects research and a willingness to engage with children aged 3-5 are also required. | Investigating Emotional and Cognitive Development in Children with Extraordinary Memories The Division of Perceptual Studies (DOPS) at UVA’s School of Medicine invites applications for a Graduate research assistant to join a multidisciplinary project exploring emotional and cognitive development in children who report extraordinary experiences, including purported memories of past lives. The Research Assistant will work closely with Dr. Saeedeh Sadeghi and provide integral support across various stages of the research process. The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to pioneering studies at the intersection of child development, consciousness studies, and behavioral science. This is a part-time position (10–20 hours/week) with remote flexibility This is a part-time position (10–20 hours/week) with remote flexibility. Some in-person meetings or support for behavioral experiments at the Division’s downtown Charlottesville office will be required, with frequency determined by project needs. Position Responsibilities: Conducting literature reviews on emotional and cognitive development in early childhood Assisting in behavioral experiment design and data collection of for children with or without reported past-life memories Supporting participant recruitment and communication with families, including parents of children Participating in study documentation and data organization Assisting in qualitative coding of parent and child narratives (as needed) Contributing to early-stage data analysis and/or survey development Completing required IRB research ethics training Qualifications: Graduate-level coursework or training in psychology, neuroscience, education, or related fields Demonstrated interest in developmental science, consciousness studies, or parapsychology Experience conducting human subjects research Interest in engaging and working with children (ages 3–5), even if direct experience is limited Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills. A background check will be required for this position. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter. Employer: Division of Perceptual Studies, Department of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences, University of Virginia School of Medicine Address: 210 10th St. NE, Suite 100, Charlottesville, VA 22901 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Current UVA graduate student, Federal Work Study award required Licensure: None Experience: Graduate-level coursework or training in psychology, neuroscience, education, or related fields Demonstrated interest in developmental science, consciousness studies, or parapsychology Experience conducting human subjects research Interest in engaging and working with children (ages 3–5), even if direct experience is limited Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment. In 1819, Thomas Jefferson founded the University of Virginia and inaugurated a bold experiment. Two centuries later, Jefferson’s vision thrives. Across Grounds - and throughout the world - UVA students, faculty, staff and alumni challenge convention, break barriers and pursue the greater good. The University of Virginia is made up of eleven schools and affiliated foundations in Charlottesville plus the College at Wise in Southwest Virginia. The University of Virginia Health System is a renowned academic medical center committed to providing outstanding patient care, educating tomorrow's health care leaders and discovering new and better ways to treat diseases. The University's Medical Center, School of Medicine and Physicians Group are recognized for their excellence in patient care, education and research. At UVA, we offer a rich collection benefits, which have long been recognized and valued for their comprehensiveness and competitiveness in the market. In addition to a robust array of traditional benefits such as health care, time off, and retirement, UVA offers a comprehensive list of benefits and services to help staff and faculty meet their personal and family needs.

The student will support the design of direct marketing print materials and digital assets for various campaigns. Responsibilities include designing within brand standards, creating print and digital materials, and collaborating on marketing campaigns. | Candidates must be current University of Virginia students eligible for federal work-study. Preferred qualifications include advanced knowledge of design software and strong interest in graphic design and marketing. | University Annual Giving & Stewardship in the Office of Engagement seeks a creative and motivated student to support the design of direct marketing print materials and digital assets for email campaigns, social media, and web platforms. Key Responsibilities: Design within established brand standards and help evolve existing visual assets. Create print and digital materials, including adapting print designs for digital campaigns. Develop and maintain Canva templates for recurring use. Collaborate on marketing campaigns aimed at engaging alumni, parents, and encouraging annual giving. Perform other related duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications: Advanced working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, with proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator. Familiarity with Canva and Adobe After Effects is a plus. Strong interest in graphic design and marketing. Excellent time management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to learn and collaborate with a creative team. Eligibility: Must be a current University of Virginia student. Must be eligible for student employment and Federal Work Study. This position will report to the Assistant Director of Graphic Design, Direct Marketing. This posting is for the fall 2025 and spring 2026 semesters. Work will be remote. There will be periodic opportunities for in-person collaboration and responsibilities. Rate of pay: $19/hour for up to 20 hours a week; a minimum of 10 hours a week. University Annual Giving & Stewardship is located on 2420 Old Ivy Road in Charlottesville. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Current UVA student. Must be eligible for federal work-study. Experience: None Licensure: None PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment. In 1819, Thomas Jefferson founded the University of Virginia and inaugurated a bold experiment. Two centuries later, Jefferson’s vision thrives. Across Grounds - and throughout the world - UVA students, faculty, staff and alumni challenge convention, break barriers and pursue the greater good. The University of Virginia is made up of eleven schools and affiliated foundations in Charlottesville plus the College at Wise in Southwest Virginia. The University of Virginia Health System is a renowned academic medical center committed to providing outstanding patient care, educating tomorrow's health care leaders and discovering new and better ways to treat diseases. The University's Medical Center, School of Medicine and Physicians Group are recognized for their excellence in patient care, education and research. At UVA, we offer a rich collection benefits, which have long been recognized and valued for their comprehensiveness and competitiveness in the market. In addition to a robust array of traditional benefits such as health care, time off, and retirement, UVA offers a comprehensive list of benefits and services to help staff and faculty meet their personal and family needs.

The Student Project Associate will assist the Direct Marketing team by entering vendor expenses into the CRM and creating mass updates for appeal outreach. Additional responsibilities include recording donor inquiries and maintaining inventory of marketing campaign items. | Candidates must be current UVA students eligible for federal work-study. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a hybrid environment are preferred. | University Annual Giving & Stewardship in the Office of Engagement is accepting applications for a Federal Work Study student intern to assist the Direct Marketing team for the 2025-2026 academic school year. This position is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented student who is interested in gaining hands-on direct marketing and team collaboration experience. Responsibilities: Accurately enter vendor expenses from the Direct Marketing Invoice Tracking sheet into the Customer Relationship Management system (CRM) to support ROI tracking. Create CRM mass updates to attribute appeal outreach (email, text, print) for the University of Virginia and affiliated schools and programs. Record inbound donor inquiries from the University Annual Giving inbox, recording them in a centralized spreadsheet, accurately tracking giving, ID, and routing of requests. Upload marketing proofs to the Advancement Community Marketing calendar. Maintain inventory of all items from premium campaigns (socks, keychains, etc.). Other duties assisting the Direct Marketing team may be assigned, as needed. Preferred Skills: Ability to manage time effectively and work independently in a remote/hybrid environment. Professional communication skills and a collaborative attitude. Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and comfortable learning CRM systems. The University Annual Giving office is in Old Ivy Hall, located at 2420 Old Ivy Road in Charlottesville. Though mostly remote, this is a hybrid role, as there will be times where assistance is needed in the office. Rate of pay: $19/hour for up to 20 hours a week; a minimum of 10 hours a week. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Current UVA student. Must be eligible for federal work-study. Experience: None Licensure: None PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment. In 1819, Thomas Jefferson founded the University of Virginia and inaugurated a bold experiment. Two centuries later, Jefferson’s vision thrives. Across Grounds - and throughout the world - UVA students, faculty, staff and alumni challenge convention, break barriers and pursue the greater good. The University of Virginia is made up of eleven schools and affiliated foundations in Charlottesville plus the College at Wise in Southwest Virginia. The University of Virginia Health System is a renowned academic medical center committed to providing outstanding patient care, educating tomorrow's health care leaders and discovering new and better ways to treat diseases. The University's Medical Center, School of Medicine and Physicians Group are recognized for their excellence in patient care, education and research. At UVA, we offer a rich collection benefits, which have long been recognized and valued for their comprehensiveness and competitiveness in the market. In addition to a robust array of traditional benefits such as health care, time off, and retirement, UVA offers a comprehensive list of benefits and services to help staff and faculty meet their personal and family needs.

The Programs and Impact Specialist will assist in community networking and outreach efforts, provide technological assistance, and support social media and digital content creation. They will also help coordinate volunteer involvement and contribute to data organization and administrative tasks. | Candidates should have a curiosity and interest in learning about small business and community development, along with strong communication and technology skills. Experience with business financial statements is preferred but not required. | In partnership with Student Financial Services Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) from Southern Virginia is recruiting an undergraduate UVA student who is currently receiving federal work study funding, to work virtually from the CIC office located at 300 Preston Avenue Suite 206 in Charlottesville Virginia. The Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) is a nonprofit organization that specializes in micro-enterprise development and offers micro-financing and business training to small and micro-enterprises in Central and Southern VA, and the surrounding counties. CIC's mission is to strengthen the community and contribute to economic development by fueling the success of under-resourced entrepreneurs through education, microlending, mentoring, and networking. CIC leverages community resources to provide capital and education to entrepreneurs who have difficulty accessing funding from traditional sources and who seek an educational support system that is relevant to their business needs. CIC accomplishes this by providing loans and advisory support to existing and aspiring entrepreneurs in the forms of business training, one-on-one mentoring, and networking events. The 16-week Entrepreneur Workshop is one of CIC’s signature programs and allows entrepreneurs to learn the fundamentals of launching and running a business. By supporting small business growth and expansion, CIC helps to create jobs and strengthen the local economy and community. Overview of Opportunity : CIC is looking for a student to join its Southern VA team in the role of Programs and Impact Specialist . Working at CIC is a unique opportunity to be fully involved in a diverse organization and the chosen applicant will have a meaningful impact in the development of a local community organization that supports small businesses. The Programs and Impact Specialist t will be offered a variety of experiences, including but not limited to the following: ● Assist in community networking and outreach efforts ● Provide technological assistance for entrepreneurs, volunteers, and staff ● Assist with programs and special projects ● Interface with clients virtually, via email, and on the phone, as needed ● Support social media, digital content creation, and outreach efforts to promote CIC programs. ● Help coordinate volunteer involvement and maintain communication and tracking systems. ● Contribute to data organization, administrative tasks, and tools that support CIC’s lending and program impact. ● Assist with the general operations of the organization In addition to these primary tasks, you can expect to be part of other projects and tasks as requested. Professional Development: The Programs and Impact Specialist will experience the organic process of entrepreneurship not only through assigned projects but also through the stories and daily realities of CIC clients as they launch and grow their businesses. CIC maintains intimate relationships with its entrepreneurs in order to ensure full and ongoing support. Students will hone their communication skills through CIC's education programs and stakeholder engagement, expand their knowledge of business through the loan program and through the interaction with clients applying for financing. Qualifications: ● Curiosity/interest in learning ● Interest in small business and entrepreneurship and community development ● Interest in working with others and teams ● Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote environment ● Strong communication skills ● Strong technology skills (G Suite, Microsoft Office) ● Interest in helping individuals from low-income backgrounds ● Strong writing skills ● Ability to manage multiple projects at one time ● Preferred: Experience in working with business financial statements Compensation: This role pays $15.00 dollars per hour for a maximum of 10 hours per week. Schedule: The Programs and Impact Specialist will collaborate with the Operations Coordinator and the SOVA Entrepreneurial Impact Manager to establish a mutually agreeable, required, and consistent schedule of 10hrs/wk. While the internship is 100% virtual , interns are expected to be responsive, meet deadlines, and attend occasional virtual check-ins or team meetings. We understand that classes are a priority and will work with the student to build a flexible schedule that supports their academic commitments. Our Charlottesville office is located at 300 Preston Ave. Suite 206, Charlottesville VA.(alternative work location) Our Southern VA office is located at 715 Wilborn Ave. South Boston, VA 24592. Candidates must be recipients of federal work study funding for further consideration from hiring manager. To apply for this position please submit a resume and cover letter through Workday. Position begins the week of August 25, 2025 and ends May 8 , 2025. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment. In 1819, Thomas Jefferson founded the University of Virginia and inaugurated a bold experiment. Two centuries later, Jefferson’s vision thrives. Across Grounds - and throughout the world - UVA students, faculty, staff and alumni challenge convention, break barriers and pursue the greater good. The University of Virginia is made up of eleven schools and affiliated foundations in Charlottesville plus the College at Wise in Southwest Virginia. The University of Virginia Health System is a renowned academic medical center committed to providing outstanding patient care, educating tomorrow's health care leaders and discovering new and better ways to treat diseases. The University's Medical Center, School of Medicine and Physicians Group are recognized for their excellence in patient care, education and research. At UVA, we offer a rich collection benefits, which have long been recognized and valued for their comprehensiveness and competitiveness in the market. In addition to a robust array of traditional benefits such as health care, time off, and retirement, UVA offers a comprehensive list of benefits and services to help staff and faculty meet their personal and family needs.