DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
▪ Master’s degree in Community Health & Prevention Research or similarly applicable social science related field.
▪ 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 Google and Microsoft Office programs to prepare project documentation, memos, reports, and presentations.
▪ Proficiency in applied statistics for social science and health policy research.
▪ Experience with statistical software (e.g., R, Stata, or Python) for data cleaning, descriptive analysis, and outcome modeling.
▪ Ability to prepare tables and graphs and summarize data.
▪ Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate interactions with coworkers, affiliated researchers and staff
▪ Excellent attention to detail.
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 required to work non-standard, extended or weekend hours in support of research work.
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