Social Science Research Professional 1

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

•    BA/BS in public health, psychology, or a related field.
•    Experience working in citizen science programs/projects, community health, health equity, community-campus collaborations, and/or community-based participatory research. 
•    Experience and high degree of comfort with digital technologies and communications 
•    Bilingual/bicultural in Spanish strongly preferred.
•    Experience in working with and/or conducting research activities with the Our Voice participatory action method is highly desirable. 
•    Experience in supporting academic research and a strong understanding of principles and practice of community-based participatory research; commitment to upholding highest standards of both scientific rigor and community partnership.
•    Experience working with socioeconomically and culturally diverse populations
•    Excellent computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master new programs.
•    Meticulously organized, conscientious, mature, and sensitive to a range of constituent and stakeholder needs
•    Flexible and adaptable; willing to multitask and re-prioritize as needed to manage sometimes complex and changing work demands across multiple projects
•    Creative thinker and proactive problem solver with a clear sense of boundaries and commitment to consulting with others as needed/appropriate to enhance outputs and resolve challenges
•    Ability to work independently to achieve key milestones while maintaining clear and consistent communication with supervisor and other team members and stakeholders as appropriate.
•    High level of verbal and written proficiency in English 
•    Significant studies in public health, psychology, or a related field.
•    1-2 years of relevant work experience with excellent recommendations

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 a graduate 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.
•    Occasionally expected to drive to community settings to accomplish some research activities; expected to be physically present for scheduled research team meetings on a weekly basis.