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Working Title Data Collector/Coder
Department NE Ctr Research on Youth, Fam & School-4425
Requisition Number S_260762
Posting Open Date 09/21/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 09/29/2026
Posting Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes
Description of Work The Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families & Schools is an interdisciplinary research center in the College of Education and Human Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Our mission is to make a positive difference in people's lives through research in the social, behavioral and educational sciences.
A full-time , 10-month (August-May)
Data Collector/Coder position is needed to assist with research data collection for the Healthy Children, Healthy Communities project. The mission for our lab is to empower childcare programs to implement evidence based on best practices in the childcare setting. Our current research priorities include improving children's health, nutrition, and wellness.
Responsibilities include:- On-site coding and digital data collection.
- Driving to school sites to set up video assessments and collect completed packets of measures and other data forms from research participants.
Training will be provided for the successful candidate. Position requires occasional overnight travel. Criminal history background check and tuberculosis (TB) test required.
About UsAt the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we're proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and certified as a
Family Friendly Workplace. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn't just a workplace; it's a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.
When you join our team as a regular staff member, you'll enjoy:
- Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
- Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
- Robust retirement plans with university match
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Minimum Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in nutrition, food science, early childhood, child development, education, psychology or related field, equivalent experience/education considered.
- One year of experience administering assessments, coding video or audio records, or entering data into computerized databases.
- Ability to work independently with attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with professionalism and assertiveness.
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet University driver eligibility criteria.
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are preferred but not required:
- Experience conducting in-classroom behavioral observations.
- Data entry and database management knowledge and skills.
- Interest in nutrition and/or child development.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
No
Physical Required
No
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
No
Criminal History Background Check Required
Yes
Posted Salary
$18.00/hr minimum
How to Apply
Click on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.
You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Dr. Dipti Dev
Email:
Job Category (old)
Managerial/Professional
Job Type
Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
This will be a 10/12 position (August 1 - May 31)
Work Location (City, State)
Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
Yes
If Temporary, indicate end date
Planned Hire Date:
Appointment End Date 
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