Department Overview:

WIDA is a research and development center at the University of Wisconsin–Madison focused on advancing educational equity for multilingual learners. Through research, professional learning, and instructional resources, WIDA supports educators and systems that serve multilingual learners worldwide.
Position Overview

Anticipated Start Date:

8/23/2026
Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):

5/29/2027
Remote Work Eligibility Detail:

All Remote

Anticipated Hours Per Week:

Minimum: 20
Schedule:

20 hours per week (50% PA appointment)
Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:

Minimum: Current annual grad assistant rate
Number of Positions:

1
Qualifications:

Required:
Current graduate student at UW–Madison (Master’s or PhD program)
Full professional fluency in English and Spanish (oral and written)
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and collaboratively on a research team
Demonstrated experience with education, linguistics, bilingualism, or related fields
Preferred Qualifications:




Experience with qualitative or quantitative research methods
Familiarity with tools such as NVivo, Dedoose, SPSS, R, or similar
Background in K–12 education, multilingual learner research, or bilingual program models
Strong academic writing skills in both English and Spanish
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge: Education, linguistics, bilingualism, or related fields; qualitative and/or quantitative research methods; K–12 education; multilingual learner research; or bilingual program models; research software and tools such as NVivo, Dedoose, SPSS, R, or similar.
Skills: Bilingual English and Spanish, organizational skills, attention to detail, academic writing in English and Spanish, research (qualitative and/or quantitative data collection, analysis, interpretation)
Ability: Work independently, collaborate effectively as part of a research team, communicate effectively in both English and Spanish, manage multiple tasks, and maintai

📌 Project Assistant – WIDA (Madrid)
🏢 Visa Hunt
📍 Madrid