Research Assistant (2 Year Fixed Term)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

•    Knowledge either through education or experience of mathematics and theories, assumptions, principles, methods, and techniques of statistics, especially those applicable to health-related research: t-tests, ANOVA and ANCOVA, linear regression, logistic regression, and hierarchical random effects modeling (HLM). 
•    Knowledge either through education or experience of commonly used statistical software packages such as SAS, R, and SPSS.
•    Familiarity either through education or experience with presenting and explaining probabilistic and statistical concepts to researchers and/or trainees.
•    Strong organizational skills, the ability to establish priorities and coordinate multiple tasks, and to work independently.
•    Ability to work effectively as a team member on projects with a diverse group of research staff.
•    Ability to write clear and concise professional reports, memos, and correspondence.
•    Proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs to prepare project documentation, memos, reports, and presentations.
•    Ability to prepare tables and graphs and summarize data.
•    Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate interactions with coworkers, affiliated researchers and staff in organization with which Ci2i interacts.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor of Arts degree in an applicable social science related field, or combination of education and relevant experience in an applicable social science. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
•    General understanding of scientific theory and methods, typically gained through completion of an undergraduate degree in a related field. 
•    General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs.
•    Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.
•    Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately.
•    Effective oral and written communication skills.
•    Ability to work with human study participants

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

•    Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
•    Occasionally stand/walk, sit, use a telephone, writing by hand, and sort/file paperwork or parts.
•    Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl, rarely reach/work above shoulders, and operates foot and/or hand controls.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

•    May be exposed to blood borne pathogens.
•    May be required to work non-standard, extended or weekend hours in support of research work.