Research Assistant III

Title: Research Assistant III

Employee Classification:

Campus: University of North Texas

• Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Institutes & Centers

Department: HSC-Center for Health Policy-304800

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS eligible

About Us

• Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth.

We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education.

We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities.

We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Center for Health Policy has three pillars: Research, Education and Community.

These pillars are underpinned by health equity, the translation of research into policy and the practical and effective implementation of policies related to health. The Center focuses particularly but not exclusively on three broad areas: Telementoring & Workforce Development, Rural Health and Whole Health.

Position Overview

The Research Assistant lll will contribute significantly to the Center for Health Policy projects and programs and will engage in a variety of activities including, but not limited to data compilation, management and analyses, report and manuscript development, curriculum development, training and technical assistants, Telemenotring implementation and administration and event management.

Key competency for this role would be multi-tasking skills including organization, attention to detail, and prioritization of tasks. this role will have a significant community engagement component.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university and two (2) years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Multitasking, working collaboratively with team members, ability to communicate effectively, and problem solving.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters Level Degree qualification in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or related field experience with community engagement. Experience working with a collaborative team.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• Conducts project administration and community activates, including but not limited to meeting scheduling, communication with stake holders and target audiences.

• Participate in training and engagement activities, including preparation and coordination of training and outreach events.

• Drafting- Assisting of reports, conference abstracts, journal manuscripts and presentations

• Mange data collection and data entry, assist in data management and data analysis

• Assist with strategic communication including but not limited to social media communications website content maintenance, informational flyers and newsletters

Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday 8am-5pm

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

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