Student Research Assistant- Jack D. Gordon - Miami, United States - Florida International University

Florida International University
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The Jack D.

Gordon Institute for Public Policy is currently seeking a Student Assistant to join their team, duties include:


  • Support projects appropriate to the department functions.
  • Support the FIU-USSOUTHCOM partnership by providing readahead material for upcoming roundtable sessions.
  • Identifying new research reports to share with clients.
  • Support in research capacity for leadership.
  • Assist with planning, development, and implementing department projects.
  • Assist with presentations and workshops at the instructions of the Program Manager.
  • Assist with monthly reports for the department projects.
  • Work with relevant specialized software programs.
  • Complete PowerPoint training.

Minimum Qualifications:


Preferred qualifications:


  • At least 2 semesters of related research experience.
  • Ability to work in a team setting.
  • Intermediate level of Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Knowledge of PC operations and specialized software.
  • Ability to take direction and work independently as needed.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with highly sensitive information.

Job Category:

Student Assistant


Student Disclosure:


  • Applicants must be currently enrolled as a student at FIU with a minimum of six (6) credits as an Undergraduate student or three (3) credits as a Graduate student during the Fall and Spring semesters.
  • During the Summer semesters, Students need only remain enrolled and are not required to take credit hours, but cannot have graduated.
  • Upon graduating, student employment must end.

Work Schedule:


  • Monday-Friday
  • 20 hours a week

Advertised Salary:

$15.60/hour commensurate with experience.


Pre-Employment Requirements:

Criminal Background Check


Student Background Checks:

Extended Background Check is required if the job includes any of the following responsibilities.

Some may also require a Fingerprint Check:

Duties:


Yes or No

  • Will the position provide unsupervised direct care, treatment, education, training, instruction, supervision, or recreation to vulnerable populations such as minors, the elderly, or those with disabilities? (Fingerprint Check required)
  • NO
  • Will the position work within a Child Care center, medical facilities, etc. (Requires DCF Clearinghouse at a cost)
  • NO
  • Will the position work in a university sponsored Summer Camp? (Requires DCF Clearinghouse at a cost)?
  • NO
  • Will the position require entering any K12 schools? (Requires public school system clearance)
  • NO
  • Will the position perform fiscal duties to include budgeting, accounting, or having direct access to cash, checks, gift cards and/or credit/debit cards to include making and/or receiving payments?
  • NO
  • Will the position have control over universitywide operational processes through functional roles or system security access (Information technology related functions, e.g., Web/Application Developer, IT Technician, Data/Systems Analysts etc.)?
  • NO
  • Will the position drive a university vehicle (including using the golf cart)? (MVR Check only)
  • NO
  • Will the position travel with student athletes to events?
  • NO
  • Is this designated as a position of special trust, responsibility, and sensitive location (Museums, Housing Residential Life, NFSTC, and working with and around minors etc.)?
  • NO
  • Will the position have system access to process payments, print or distribute checks, process corrections, or generate, update, or approve financial transactions that will result in the disbursement of university funds? (Office of Financial Aid, One Stop, or Office of the Registrar (Title IV access)
  • NO
Will this position work within the following units that provide health and human services: College of Medicine, College of Nursing, Health Sciences, Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, School of Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Dietetics & Nutrition, Student Health, Psychology, Center for Children & Families? Office of Inspector General (OIG) Checks (Global Watch only)

  • NO
  • Will the position support university sponsored research? (May require Research Extended Background Check)
  • NO

How To Apply:


Prospective Employee
- **_This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date._
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