Graduate Research Assistant Positions, Rollins School of Public Health
Category : Student Opportunities
Dr. Julie Gazmararian is looking for 1-2 GRA’s (ideally REAL eligible) to work on two separate projects that will involve a range of skill sets, including quantitative analysis activities, and coordination of a statewide conference addressing social media and adolescents. There will likely be opportunities to publish and present results. This is a great opportunity for “real world” experience on important topics! This position can begin immediately and likely extend during the summer and next fall semester; it can also meet APE requirements.
Projects:
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- Statewide efforts addressing social media and adolescents: In response to escalating concerns about the pervasive use of digital media (including cell phones, smart watches and social media) and increasing research documenting the impact on adolescent well-being and academic performance; schools are exploring opportunities to intervene and reverse these concerning trends. Some states are imposing legislation, including the recent Georgia Senate Bill 351 “Protecting Georgia’s Children on Social Media Act of 2024.” Beginning in the 2025-2026 school year, this Bill will require that all K-12 public schools need to implement methods of promoting responsible digital citizenship and the safe and appropriate use of technology, the internet, and social media. This project will involve analysis of a statewide survey of Georgia public middle and high school principals to identify how they are responding to social media. Additionally, there are plans to convene a statewide conference on effective strategies to address social media among adolescents that will involve diverse stakeholders, including students, parents, school administrators/teachers, legislatures, businesses and researchers.
- Evaluation of a pilot Fentanyl education curriculum for middle school students in Georgia (“the tucker project”): This work will involve analysis of existing data, summarizing and sharing results and potentially collecting additional data. There will likely be opportunities to assist with future grant writing related to this topic.
Qualifications: Strong data analysis, writing and organizational skills.
If interested, please send your resume to Julie Gazmararian (jagazma [at] emory [dot] edu).
