PT Research Project Assistant

DePaul University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Part-Time Benefits

Working for a stable University

Job summary

DePaul University is seeking a Part-Time Research Assistant to support the Center for Community Research. The role reports to the Director and contributes to a post-viral grant project through data entry, interviews, and manuscript support.

Ideal candidates hold a B.A. or B.S., have psychology or social science research exposure, basic SPSS/Office skills, and strong writing. It is a grant-funded position contingent on funding and includes benefits for part-time staff.

Qualifications

• Must have college degree (B.A. or B.S.).
• Research experience in Psychology or related field.
• Budget experience would be helpful.
• Reliable, task-oriented, and self-motivated.
• General computer knowledge; MS Word and MS Excel; SPSS.
• Must coordinate daily tasks and communicate effectively.
• Strong writing skills; grant-funded position pending funding.

Responsibilities

• Completes Center administrative tasks designated by the director.
• Trains with the Research Project Coordinator on grants administration.
• Schedules appointments and interviews.
• Administers and conducts interviews with participants.
• Enters data.
• Assists in the writing of manuscripts.
• Participates in weekly research meetings.

Skills

Reliability

Task-oriented

Self-motivated

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

SPSS

Education

B.A. or B.S. degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SPSS

Job description

The Highlights:

The Part-Time Research Assistant will report to the Director of the Center for Community Research. The Part-Time Research Assistant will help the Director with tasks as needed on the post-viral grant supported project.

What You'll Do:

• Completes Center administrative tasks designated by the director.
• Trains with the Research Project Coordinator on grants administration.
• Schedules appointments and interviews.
• Administers and conducts interviews with participants.
• Enters data.
• Assists in the writing of manuscripts.
• Participates in weekly research meetings.

What You'll Need:

• College degree (B.A. or B.S), required.
• Research experience in Psychology or a related social science field. Should have an interest in gaining experience to pursue a higher level of education.
• Some budgetary experience would be helpful.
• Must be reliable, task-oriented, and self-motivated
• Must have general computer knowledge and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. MS Word, MS Excel, etc.) and SPSS
• Must be capable of coordinating daily tasks, communicating effectively, and working as directed
• Must possess strong writing skills
• This is a grant-funded position and is subject to the availability of grant funding.

The anticipated hiring range for this position is: $16.69 to $17.05/hr. The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Perks:

• Working for a stable and well-known University.
• Paid time off.
• Part-Time Benefits

Vincentian Mission:

Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

Required Background Check:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.