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    Research Associate - Boston, United States - Northeastern University

    Northeastern University
    Northeastern University Boston, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description

    This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

    It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.


    JOB SUMMARY
    The

    Research Associate at GRI

    is responsible for

    completing complex

    tasks related to


    research work being conducted such as: collecting and analyzing data, data processing, recruitment strategies, scheduling participants, proofreading papers, and grants, writing and presenting scientific research, and training of research students that volunteer at the institute.


    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Knowledge of

    practices

    related to community resilience, research,

    data collection

    and data management.

    Able to work well both independently on a self-directed basis and with a team.

    Proficiency in

    working with Microsoft Office applications.

    Skills required include

    analytical,

    communication, interpersonal, organizational

    and attention to

    detail. Knowledge and skills

    are

    normally acquired through

    the

    completion of

    a

    Bachelor's

    degree or Master's in a related field with at least one year's

    experience working on a federally funded project.

    Prior research or project coordination experience required.
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
    1)

    Coordinate and perform

    data collection

    and

    data management related to funded activities and their work phases. Perform qualatative analyses

    of

    data related to our I-RES methodology.
    2)

    Manage daily operations of the project (USAID and CUAHSI). Help order supplies and equipment related to the projects. Supervise undergraduate/ graduate research assistants.
    3)

    Work with the Research team to de

    velop recruitment protocols, IRB materials and scheduling of study participants. Correspond with study participants and answer questions throughout study.

    Be able to work flexible hours which may include weekend travel to meet with communities in the Caribbean or across the United States.

    4)

    Assist Associate Director of Operations and Founding Director with other job-related duties as assigned.
    Position Type
    Research

    About the Opportunity

    This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

    It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.


    JOB SUMMARY
    The

    Research Associate at GRI

    is responsible for

    completing complex

    tasks related to


    research work being conducted such as: collecting and analyzing data, data processing, recruitment strategies, scheduling participants, proofreading papers, and grants, writing and presenting scientific research, and training of research students that volunteer at the institute.


    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Knowledge of

    practices

    related to community resilience, research,

    data collection

    and data management.

    Able to work well both independently on a self-directed basis and with a team.

    Proficiency in

    working with Microsoft Office applications.

    Skills required include

    analytical,

    communication, interpersonal, organizational

    and attention to

    detail. Knowledge and skills

    are

    normally acquired through

    the

    completion of

    a

    Bachelor's

    degree or Master's in a related field with at least one year's

    experience working on a federally funded project.

    Prior research or project coordination experience required.
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
    1)

    Coordinate and perform

    data collection

    and

    data management related to funded activities and their work phases. Perform qualatative analyses

    of

    data related to our I-RES methodology.
    2)

    Manage daily operations of the project (USAID and CUAHSI). Help order supplies and equipment related to the projects. Supervise undergraduate/ graduate research assistants.
    3)

    Work with the Research team to de

    velop recruitment protocols, IRB materials and scheduling of study participants. Correspond with study participants and answer questions throughout study.

    Be able to work flexible hours which may include weekend travel to meet with communities in the Caribbean or across the United States.

    4)

    Assist Associate Director of Operations and Founding Director with other job-related duties as assigned.
    Position Type
    Research

    Additional Information
    Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
    Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes

    medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit

    for more information.

    Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff.

    Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.

    All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

    To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see

    .

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