Temporary Research Assistant

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Part time

Job summary

Florida International University is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant to support the CRUSADA Department by coordinating data collection, assisting with study operations, and engaging with community partners. Responsibilities include recruiting participants, conducting interviews, and maintaining protocol adherence.

The role requires a high school diploma with relevant experience or equivalent post-secondary education. Strong communication and data-management skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in clinical research and data collection.
• Graduate degree preferred.
• Background in public health, sociology, psychology, social work, or related field preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially in diverse community settings.
• Experience with data entry, or research software (REDCap, SPSS) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate data collection across community sites.
• Support daily research operations and study protocols.
• Assist in recruitment and interviews with ethical and culturally sensitive engagement.
• Implement retention strategies and follow-up procedures.
• Maintain documentation, assist in preparing progress reports, and contribute to research summaries and presentations.
• Engage with local partners, attend community events, and represent FIU in outreach activities.
• Adhere to IRB protocols, HIPAA regulations, and FIU research ethics standards.
• Handle other project tasks as required.

Skills

Clinical research

Data collection

Interviews

Communication skills

REDCap

SPSS

Education

High school diploma with experience

Tools

REDCap

SPSS

Job description

Job Summary

The CRUSADA Department is currently seeking a Temporary Research Assistant to join their team of professionals.

Duties Include

• Coordinate Data Collection: Assist in organizing and managing quantitative and qualitative data collection efforts across community sites.
• Support Daily Research Operations: Help maintain interviews and intervention schedules, prepare materials, and ensure smooth execution of study protocols.
• Assist in the recruitment & Interviews: Participate in outreach efforts to recruit study participants, conduct structured interviews, and ensure ethical and culturally sensitive engagement.
• Retention Strategies: Implement follow-up procedures and communication plans to maintain participant involvement throughout the study duration.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records, assist in preparing progress reports, and contribute to research summaries and presentations.
• Community Engagement: Collaborate with local partners, attend community events, and represent CEAL in outreach activities.
• Confidentiality & Compliance: Adhere to IRB protocols, HIPAA regulations, and FIU research ethics standards.
• Other assignments as required by the project.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma with three (3) years of experience or two (2) years of post‑secondary education with one (1) year of experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Must have experience in clinical research and data collection.
• Graduate degree preferred.
• Background in public health, sociology, psychology, social work, or a related field preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially in diverse community settings.
• Experience with data entry, or research software (e.g., REDCap, SPSS) is a plus.

Job Category

Temporary

Temporary Disclosure

As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g., paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement). Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), a temporary employee who works on average 30 hours or more per week may be eligible to enroll in health care benefits. As a temporary employee, you are also eligible to enroll in supplemental plans (e.g. dental, vision,) which requires full payment on your part. Upon completing an assignment, employees may apply for a position on FIU Careers.

Work Schedule

• Monday-Friday

Advertised Salary

• $23.00 per hour

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Criminal Background Check
• Research Expanded Background Check

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