Research Assistant - Department of Family Medicine and Public Health Sciences

Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedResearch Assistant - Department of Family Medicine and Public Health Sciencesat its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

JOB PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Associate Director, provide scientific and technical assistance to

complete office based research. May assist in writing research protocols and in manuscript preparation. Design and perform research protocols independently or as directed through training in more difficult or specialized procedures to meet the needs of the research protocol.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform data management which includes: data base management, data collection, auditing, analysis, interpretation, and reporting. Collect and review registration, evaluation, and survey data. Evaluate and present data using graphs, charts or tables to highlight the key outcome results collected in accordance with the grant guidelines as stipulated.

• Assist program evaluator and associate director with summarizing/organizing data to be used in publications, preparing and presenting presentations for community, professional, grant funding opportunities and conferences.

• Assist faculty with the execution of major project initiative through the collection of all survey data. Manage learning management system used for the program.

• Assist in the designing of data collection instruments and perform analysis, develop surveys, evaluation reports and analyze data. Evaluate and present data using graphs, charts or tables to highlight the key outcome results collected in accordance with the grant guidelines.

• Under the supervision of the associate director, prepare quarterly and annual progress reports for submission to grant funder.

• Coordinate and deliver trainings to the Regional Center Program Managers for standardized data collection for all protocols and projects.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Unique duties:

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education Bachelor's degree

Bachelor’s degree in related field of study, (including public health, community health, education, statistics), especially coursework in survey research. Working toward a Master's degree is an advantage.

Experience Entry level (less that a year of job-related experience)

Experience using databases and database programming. Experience performing basic analytical techniques. Experience working with community-based organizations helpful.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work independently. Ability to analyze, summarize and interpret research findings and data in reports and spreadsheets and communicate results. Excellent time management and organization skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to work with others in a collaborative environment. Microsoft office software skills.

Preferred qualifications:

School/College/Division:

H06 - School of Medicine

Primary department:

H0625 - Family Medicine and Public Health Sciences

Employment type:

• Regular Employee

• Job type: Full Time

• Job category: Research

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary

• Hourly rate:

• Salary minimum: TBD

• Salary hire maximum: TBD

Working conditions:

Typical work environment is an office environment. May require working non-standard business hours including evenings and weekends. May be required to travel to regional centers across the state, program conferences, and community events across the state.

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.