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10a Labs

Research Fellow

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$32.50/hr

Comfort working independently and collaboratively in a remote setting. * Basic scripting skills (e ... S. * $25 per hour for undergraduate students * $32.50 per hour for graduate students * Flexible ...

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How much do remote student research assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote student research assistant in Reston, VA is $17.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $19.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Student Research Assistant vs Remote Research Intern?

AspectRemote Student Research AssistantRemote Research Intern
Required CredentialsEnrolled student, relevant courseworkEnrolled student or recent graduate, relevant coursework
Work EnvironmentRemote, flexible hours, academic settingRemote, project-based, academic or industry setting
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research labs, academic projectsResearch institutions, companies, academic projects

The Remote Student Research Assistant typically works on academic research projects while enrolled in school, focusing on supporting faculty or research teams. The Remote Research Intern may have similar credentials but often involves a broader range of research tasks, sometimes in industry settings. Both roles are remote, involve academic or research environments, and are suitable for students or recent graduates seeking research experience.

Can I work remotely as a remote student research assistant?

Yes, many remote student research assistant positions are designed to be performed online, allowing students to work from their location. These roles often involve tasks such as data analysis, literature reviews, or writing, and may require skills in specific research tools or software. Employers typically specify whether the position is fully remote during the application process.

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Infographic showing various Remote Student Research Assistant job openings in Reston, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,855 per year, or $17.2 per hour.

Student Research Assistant II _Non-FWS

GW Student Employment Center for Career Services

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

$19/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.
Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that interest you.
If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.
Position Title
Student Research Assistant II _Non-FWS
Level of Support
Student Support II
Position Type
Non-FWS
Number of Openings
2
Work Hours
During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm)
Wage Per Hour
19
Division/School
Columbian College of Arts and Sciences
Department Name
152501 ADMIN-SCHOOL OF MEDIA & PUBLIC AFFA
Department Bio
A research team from Institute of Data, Democracy and Politics, led by Dr.
Catie Bailard, is seeking 2 research assistants to work on a project conducting an online
behavioral study. The project is an interdisciplinary by nature. Work on this project will
commence as soon as the hiring process is complete and is expected to continue through the
fall semester. Research assistants will work entirely remotely, with regular coordination meetings
held via video conference.
Position Specific Summary
The research assistant will perform research tasks under the guidance of the faculty
lead and postdoc research coordinator. Tasks may include: helping to devise codebooks (annotation schemes), annotating social media content that will be used for supervised machine learning, summarizing relevant literature, compiling lists of related news sources and online content, and compiling keyword search lists.
Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific project needs.
Standard Position Description
The student will perform administrative and research tasks with some discretion under direction of faculty member or research coordinator. Tasks may include: assisting with experiments, coding, data entry, data cleaning, and data analysis, preparing research and drafts for articles, reports, and/or presentations. Students may also complete literature reviews, draft summaries, and create graphs and figures. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental/faculty needs.
Professional Outcomes
Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Technology and Data
Required Qualifications
Some applicable educational, technical, or professional experience required, some training will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
Seeking a detail-oriented researcher with data analysis and annotation experience, strong communication skills, and an interest in scientific research. Proficiency in office software required; experience in politics, political science, or content analysis coding is a plus.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
08/14/2026
Job Close Date
09/04/2026
Campus Location
Foggy Bottom
Work Type Designation
Remote/Virtual
Hiring Manager Name
Alyse Mier
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
Background Check
The student employee will:
In this position, the student will not perform any functions and/or have access to any financially, safety, or security sensitive items listed above. - Background check not required.

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