Research Assistant at Wayne State University Detroit, MI

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State University invites applications for a Research Assistant position at the Detroit campus. The role supports multi-funded, multi-site research projects and AmeriCorps-related crime prevention work, coordinating data collection and reporting while liaising with partners and funders.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in social sciences, possess strong communication skills, and can work evenings or weekends for events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in social science research or related field.
• Experience coordinating AmeriCorps members or similar programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to organize, analyze data, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse groups and present to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multi-funded and multi-site research projects.
• Assist project director with planning to ensure study scope and protocol compliance.
• Develop and maintain project recordkeeping and reporting systems.
• Coordinate AmeriCorps Urban Safety Project duties for AmeriCorps members.
• Coordinate crime prevention survey data collection with partners.
• Represent AMUS at events, trainings, and community gatherings (nights/weekends as needed).
• Integrate information from multiple sources to meet funder requirements.
• Prepare regular updates to Center Director and Managing Director.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Problem solving

Diplomacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in social sciences or related field

Job description

Research Assistant Position

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research Assistant to work at its Detroit campus. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan offering a rich, high-quality education and a deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion.

Essential Functions (job duties)

• Provide coordination assistance on multi-funded and/or multi-site research projects.
• Assist project director in project planning to ensure that pre-established work scope, study protocol, and program requirements are followed.
• Develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures for project-specific reporting.
• Assume responsibility for coordinating crime prevention research duties for AmeriCorps members involved in the AmeriCorps Urban Safety Project (AMUS).
• Assist in coordinating multiple crime prevention survey data collection efforts for one or more research projects – may include other collaborating agencies or institutions.
• Represent AMUS at local AMUS events, community gatherings, workshops, and trainings (must be available nights and weekends).
• Integrate information from multiple sources to meet the necessary requirements of funding agencies.
• Prepare regular updates to Center Director and Managing Director.

Qualifications (minimum)

• Bachelor's Degree in any area of social science research (including political science, anthropology, demography, education, geography, psychology, public health, social work, sociology, survey methodology, statistics, and urban studies).
• Experience coordinating AmeriCorps members.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Strong problem resolution, organizational, analytical, and communication (oral and written) skills; ability to collaborate effectively.
• Strong diplomatic skills to present, answer questions and concerns effectively to groups.

Employment Details

• Division: Generic Division
• Primary department: Center for Urban Studies
• Employment type: Regular Employee; Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Staff/Administrative

Compensation

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
• Salary minimum: $45,000; Salary hire maximum: $50,000

Working Conditions

Normal Office Environment.

Job Openings

• Number of openings: 2
• Reposted position: No
• Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)
• Prior posting/requisition number: —

Background Check Requirements

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.