Research Assistant

Salary/Position Classification

• $19-$20 Hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)

• 5-10 hours per week

• 100% Remote Work Availability: Yes

• Hybrid Work Availability: Yes

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

This position will assist the PI with various tasks related to meeting the grant's objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in database searches and literature reviews/summaries •
• Assist in preparing and submitting IRB applications •
• Data cleaning/coding; working in excel to clean and code a large set of variables and preparing data for statistical software like SPSS, Plus •
• Basic data analysis • Assist with proofing and copyediting manuscripts/proposals. •
• Assist with creating professional presentation materials, including PowerPoints, to disseminate report findings to stakeholders and/or conference presentations. •
• Attend meetings with PI and other colleagues, if necessary •
• Commitment to the UND CNPD's mission to provide excellent and collaborative education, scholarship, and service to advance human well-being for all, with an emphasis on rural and underserved populations. - (Essential)

Required Competencies

• Excellent and accountable written and verbal communication skills

• High level of organizational skills to assist with research activities in a timely manner

• Creativity in thinking and initiative

Minimum Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work, Public Health or a related discipline OR a current CNPD or MPH graduate student.

• Proficiency in conducting database searches and literature reviews

• Experience working with manipulating data in excel and/or other statistical software programs

• Ability to interact well with diverse populations, including faculty and staff

• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date.

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

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