Job Description

Audience Research Denver, Colorado

Are you comfortable talking to a stranger? Do you like to hear about people’s life experiences and how they interpret our world? If so, consider applying for our Research Assistant position. This is a great opportunity for a fun part-time job.

The Research Assistant is responsible for collecting data directly through surveys, interviews, observations, and by interacting with visitors and community members. You will need to approach guests in the Museum, so you will be on the move! The data collected is used to help the Community Research & Collaboration team better understand current and prospective visitors and community members, guide programming and exhibitions, and ensure that the Museum is a responsive, inclusive institution.

Job Class : Part-Time (PT) episodic position with varying hours (approximately 4-12 hours per month).

Hiring Range : $22/hr

Work Schedule: Episodic, onsiteat the Denver Museum of Nature and Science.

Essential Duties

• Interviews visitors and community members about their experiences/perceptions/ideas through surveys and questionnaires.
• Actively participates and understands the museum-wide DEAI strategy.
• Completes all Museum-wide mandatory trainings.
• Represents the Museum in a positive and professional manner while interacting with visitors and community members.
• Frequently checks in with email communications and can easily respond to and follow written instructions.
• Actively participates in data collection by reliably showing for up a minimum of 1 half-day shift per month.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent experience.
• Ability to travel to other locations in the Denver area may be required.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends may be required.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

Ideal Candidate Will Be/Have

• Bilingual (English and an advanced conversational speaker AND proficient in reading and writing in any of the following languages: Spanish, Vietnamese, Arabic, Amharic, Somali, French or Dari).
• Willingness to help with additional shifts as needed.

Application Instructions

Please submit your resume by 6:00 p.m. MT on Friday, June 5th. Applications will not be accepted after this time. DMNS reserves the right to close the position prior to this date. Applications may only be accepted electronically via the Museum's website

DMNS Core Values

• We love science.
• We are curious, creative, and playful.
• We cultivate relationships with each other, diverse communities, the environment, and for our future.
• We think critically and act with empathy.

Perks of Working at DMNS

to learn more about the benefits package offered to DMNS staff.

Due to the high volume of people who apply, we are not able to respond to specific inquiries regarding your application status.

The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is an equal opportunity employer. The Museum is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse staff committed to serving the needs of all our visitors, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

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