via the Institute for Health Research and Policy:
The Skin Tone Identities and Inequalities (STiiP) Research Project
We’re hiring!
Join our research team!
We are hiring two undergraduate Research Assistants for a National Science Foundation “Research Experience for Undergraduates” (REU) funded position. Core responsibilities and opportunities include:
- Work 15 hours/week for pay starting in Summer 2021 and continuing through Spring 2022
- Build your resume and references for jobs, grad school, and careers
- Gain experience on nationally-funded research at a leading research institution
- Develop new skills in the design and execution of a research protocol and the management of a large research project
Summary of Research Project
Historically, methods for measuring skin color have varied across fields, and little evidence exists regarding which is best for what purpose. Our projects take advantage of new technologies to bridge these divides. Our team is the first to compare multiple skin color rating scales (widely used in the social sciences) with direct device readings (more common in medicine and physical anthropology).
Examples can be seen in the flyer.
If interested in the position, please take the following steps:
- Review the full job description
- Follow the described application process
- Send listed materials to Project Coordinator Mariya Khan at mkhan252@uic.edu
Applications are being viewed on a rolling basis until slots are filled. Positions are limited, however, and applications should be submitted as soon as possible.
Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.
