Research Assistants (CERC)

UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a research assistant for the Youth Risk Behavior Survey and CARIB CARES Project. The role involves data management, community engagement, and collaboration with a research team. Ideal candidates are undergraduate students with strong organizational and communication skills. This position offers valuable experience in research and community outreach.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate student in relevant fields preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with formatting and preparing survey data.
• Facilitate organization of community forums.
• Participate in project planning meetings.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

Undergraduate Student

Job description

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For the Youth Risk Behavior Survey Project:

• Assist with formatting and preparing survey data for digital scanning using Remark Software.
• Support scanning of completed surveys.
• Troubleshoot issues that arise during scanning activities.
• Support data review and management activities, ensuring high-quality data files are generated for analysis.
• Participate in data analysis activities.
• Participate in report writing and dissemination activities.

For the CARIB CARES Project:

• Facilitate the organization of listening sessions and community forums, including assisting with site preparation and participant engagement.
• Aid in the collection of qualitative data, including focus groups and stakeholder interviews.
• Contribute to the development of educational and programmatic materials, such as flyers, brochures, and reports.
• Support communication with stakeholders and community partners to ensure consistent engagement and transparency.
• Provide general assistance in the execution of research activities, including participant recruitment and logistics coordination.

General Duties:

• Participate in project planning meetings and weekly check-ins with the research team.
• Assist in report writing and preparation of summaries of findings for project stakeholders.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all research ethics protocols.

Qualifications:

• Current undergraduate student in the School of Education, School of Nursing, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, or College of Science and Mathematics at UVI .
• Juniors and seniors are preferred; however, sophomores with a strong interest in research are encouraged to apply.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• Dependable, reliable, and capable of working independently.
• Familiarity with research processes or data handling is a plus.
• CITI Certification in Social and Behavioral Research (or willingness to complete it upon hire).

(St. Thomas, Orville E. Kean Campus)

Open Date

Open Date 12/12/2024

Close Date

Close Date 05/28/2025

Special Instructions to Applicant

Email is the preferred method of communicating with applicants at the University of Virgin Islands. You will be required to supply your email address during the application process.

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Thank you for your interest in this position. The screening and selection process is currently underway and will continue until a successful candidate is chosen. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted.

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Did you complete a Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for this academic year?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Were you awarded Financial Aid Work Study for this academic year?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If yes, when was your (FAFSA) application filed?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What computer software are you proficient in?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Have you ever served as a student research assistant? If yes, please indicate when and where.

  (Open Ended Question)