Special Project Associate II-PC-Quantitative Health Sciences-Krieger lab

Mayo Clinic; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 36,437 - 47,968; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental coverage

Vision plan

Retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville is hiring a Special Project Associate II for a temporary position focused on social and behavioral research. The role includes organizing research activities, data entry, and assisting with manuscript preparations. A Bachelor's degree and lab experience are required. The position offers opportunities for growth in health communication research and requires English proficiency. Compensation ranges from $26.45 to $34.82 per hour, with benefits eligible for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required and experience in lab project or research work in an educational or work setting.
• Candidate must have a solid understanding of lab techniques, equipment, and safety.
• Proof of English proficiency required for relevant sponsored roles.

Responsibilities

• Organize and prepare presentation materials for research projects.
• Perform data entry, cleaning, and basic analysis.
• Assist with lab tasks and project coordination.
• Prepare manuscripts and presentations for journals.
• Recruit participants for research studies.
• Learn about e-health technologies in research.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Gain opportunities to lead a publication.

Skills

Lab techniques

Data entry and cleaning

Health communication research

Presentation preparation

Education

Bachelor degree

Job description

Position Overview

Special Project Associate II. This temporary social and behavioral research position offers hands‑on experience supporting the lab’s federally funded grants and projects. Day‑to‑day activities include organizing research activities, preparing presentation and dissemination materials, and completing data entry, cleaning, and basic analyses. The Associate works closely with the Principal Investigator, fellows, and multidisciplinary collaborators and community partners. Opportunities exist to strengthen skills in health communication research, contribute to manuscripts and presentations, and possibly lead a publication.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre‑Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

• Organize and prepare presentation materials for research projects and community outreach efforts.
• Perform data entry, cleaning, and basic analysis related to health communication and implementation science.
• Assist fellows and the Principal Investigator with lab tasks and project coordination.
• Prepare manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations for peer‑reviewed journals and scientific meetings.
• Recruit participants for research studies within the community via site visits and outreach events.
• Learn about incorporating virtual humans and e‑health technologies into research.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and community partners.
• Gain opportunities to lead a publication and develop practical research skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required and experience in lab project or research work in an educational or work setting. Candidate must have a solid understanding of lab techniques, equipment, and safety.

• Proof of English proficiency required for J‑1 Short‑Term Scholars, Research Scholars, Professors, Specialists, and Student Interns sponsored by Mayo Clinic. Current curriculum vitae with bibliography required. Two letters of recommendation may be requested prior to an interview.

Exemption Status

Non‑exempt

Compensation Detail

$26.45 - $34.82 / hour; education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours / Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday

International Assignment

No

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Mayo Clinic participates in E‑Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.