Research and Education Support

Virtual Assistants for Research and Education

Scale your research and education operations with specialized remote talent from Africa. Our industry-trained virtual assistants understand your unique needs and workflows, starting at just $5/hour. When you hire research support from Taskbaba, you get access to pre-vetted, college-educated remote African VAs who are trained to work with research platforms and academic management tools.

Research and education expertise included
Dedicated talent deployed in 5 days
Save up to 80% on staffing costs

Hire Research and Education Support Assistant

Fill out the form and we'll match you with research and education virtual assistant talent within 5 days.

Best Features

Streamline your research and education operations

Research and Academic Management

Our research virtual assistants help manage data collection, literature reviews, citation management, and academic coordination across research platforms to keep your projects running smoothly.

Literature review and research assistance
Data collection and organization
Citation and reference management
Academic writing support
Research coordination and administration

What's Included

Everything you get with our research and education support

Literature review and research assistance

Get support from assistants trained in research methodologies, academic databases, and citation management tools used in research and education.

Data collection and organization

Keep track of research data, organize findings, and compile information with dedicated support from your research team to ensure accuracy.

Citation and reference management

Ensure proper academic citations with assistants who manage references, format citations, and organize bibliographies according to academic standards.

Academic writing support

Support your writing process with assistants who handle proofreading, formatting, document organization, and academic style compliance.

Research coordination and administration

Streamline your research projects with assistants who coordinate schedules, manage participant communications, and handle administrative tasks efficiently.

Grant and funding assistance

Support your funding efforts with assistants who research grant opportunities, prepare application materials, and track funding deadlines to help secure research resources.

Pricing

Simple, transparent pricing.

Choose monthly retainers with flexible part-time or full-time options. No hidden fees.

General Virtual Assistant

$400 / mo

Entry-level support for basic research admin tasks (20 hrs/week).

Dedicated Task Manager
Email and calendar management
Literature research support
Basic citation management
Document organization
Academic coordination assistance

Get Started

Frequently asked questions.

How quickly can I get a research virtual assistant?

Most research and education organizations have their dedicated research support assistant deployed and working within 5 days of submitting their requirements.

What research tasks can a virtual assistant handle?

Our research virtual assistants handle literature reviews, data collection, citation management, academic writing support, research coordination, and grant assistance. They are trained in academic databases, citation tools like Zotero and Mendeley, and research management platforms.

How does pricing work for research support?

We offer monthly retainer pricing starting at $400/month for General Virtual Assistants (part-time) and $640/month for Specialized Virtual Assistants (part-time). Full-time options are available at $800/month and $1,280/month respectively. No hidden fees, no long-term contracts. Perfect for research organizations that need flexible support.

Can assistants handle sensitive research data?

Yes. All our research virtual assistants undergo training on confidentiality and data security. They understand the importance of protecting sensitive research data, participant information, and proprietary research materials. We implement strict security protocols and confidentiality agreements.

What if my research assistant doesn't work out?

We offer free replacements. If your research virtual assistant isn't the right fit, we'll quickly match you with a new one at no additional cost. Your research continuity is our priority.

Can assistants work with academic databases and research tools?

Absolutely. Our research support professionals are trained on academic databases like JSTOR, PubMed, and Google Scholar, as well as citation management tools like Zotero, Mendeley, and EndNote. They can adapt to your specific research workflows and academic requirements.

What timezone do research virtual assistants work in?

Our assistants are flexible and can work your preferred timezone. Most are in Africa and can overlap with US, UK, or EU business hours to ensure they're available when your research organization needs them, including during grant deadlines and conference preparations.

Can I scale research support up or down as needed?

Absolutely! You can adjust hours, add more research virtual assistants, or scale down as your project needs change. This is especially valuable during grant application periods, publication deadlines, or when launching new research projects. No penalties or long-term commitments.