https://williammary.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/WM/job/Swem-Library/AidData-Support-Associate-1_JR101626 Williamsburg, Virginia, United States GRI (Global Research Institute)

• AidData Closing at: Jul 31 2026
• 03:00

EDT William & Mary Job Requisition:

JR101626

AidData Support Associate-1 (Open)

Job Posting Title:

AidData Support Associate-1

Department:

CC00232 WM001

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AidData Job Family:

Staff

• Lab & Research Support Worker Sub Type:

  Wage-Temporary (requires end date
• non-benefited) (Fixed Term) (Fixed Term)

Job Requisition Primary Location:

Swem Library Primary Job Posting Location:

Swem Library Job Description Summary:

Researchers will contribute to AidData's Chinese Financing for Transition Minerals (CFTM) Dataset expansion.

Job Description:

Required Qualifications:

Clear written communication, strong information synthesis and analysis skills, and attention to detail. Demonstrated interest in development finance, critical minerals, the clean energy transition, and/or Chinese foreign policy.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree. Research experience.

Conditions of Employment:

This position is a temporary (hourly) position not to exceed 6 months. All hourly employees are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program and total hours worked may not exceed on average 29 hours per week, over the course of a twelve-month period beginning May 1 each year. This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position may be subject to overtime during high peak times, etc. as directed and approved by the supervisor. This position is not benefit eligible. This is a restricted position, subject to the continued availability of funding.

Posting Rate:

$15.50 per hour Is this position Essential? : No Is this position Remote Eligible? :

Yes Job Duties:

100

• Collecting, coding, and quality assuring data for AidData's Chinese Financing for Transition Minerals (CFTM) Dataset expansion.

Researchers will undertake specialized, open-source research tasks related, but not limited to, critical mineral end-use manufacturing, critical mineral operation financing, and Chinese private-sector critical mineral operations.

Additional Job Description:

Applies knowledge of scientific/technical principles, practices, and regulatory requirements of functional areas. Performs a variety of procedures supporting clinical, research, field research, service or regulatory and/or diagnostic laboratory programs. Duties may include performing standardized or specialized scientific or clinical procedures, performing preliminary procedures to prepare, expedite, and facilitate further scientific examination and training, assisting in veterinary surgical procedures, analysis and compilation of data, communicating findings/research results, animal care, repairing and maintaining equipment and ordering supplies. May have contact with, private business, other state agencies or government entities, faculty, students and researchers, and/or the general public to communicate results and explain laboratory procedures or regulatory requirements.

Hourly Jobs:

All hourly employees are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program and total hours worked may not exceed, on average, 29 hours per week, over the course of a twelve-month period beginning May 1 each year. Benefits Summary Statement William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program). Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/hr/currentemployees/benefits/index.php

Job Profile:

JP0024

• Laboratory & Research Specialist I
• Nonexempt
• Hourly
• H03

Qualifications:

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly Compensation Grade:

H03

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-04-30

Position Restrictions:

Restricted Funds & Restricted Term EEO is the Law. Applicants can learn more about William & Mary's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the "Know Your Rights" poster published by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

https:

// www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal

Background Check:

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Remote Work Disclaimer:

Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor's ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.