Temporary Research Assistant 6-month POOL (MMC)

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Florida International University in Miami offers temporary Research Assistant positions up to 6 months, with duties spanning clerical, research, and data-processing tasks to support investigators. Responsibilities include setting up surveys, coding data, and maintaining research files.

Qualifications emphasize teamwork and MS Office proficiency, plus the ability to follow directions and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites.
• Ability to take direction and work independently as needed.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with highly sensitive information.
• Additional experience, education and/or related certification and licensure may also be required by the department.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of routine and complex clerical, research, and data processing duties to assist investigators in gathering and compiling research data.
• Prepares screening assessments for participants in the research project.
• Assists with setting up surveys and other research protocol instruments.
• Compiles and verifies the accuracy of research information to determine acceptability based on quality criteria defined by control procedures; abstract, classify, and code data. Enters data into a database.
• Searches library reference materials for necessary research information.
• Prepares and maintains files of research materials. Compiles and edits indices.
• Assists in the compilation and distribution of reports related to research findings.

Skills

Teamwork

MS Office

Independent work

Confidentiality

Department requirements

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Doctoral degree

Job description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

FIU has Temporary Research Assistant positions that may become available in the future within one of the University departments on a short term, temporary basis (no more than 6 months or less).

Duties May Include:

• Performs a variety of routine and complex clerical, research, and data processing duties to assist investigators in gathering and compiling research data.
• Prepares screening assessments for participants in the research project.
• Assists with setting up surveys and other research protocol instruments.
• Compiles and verifies the accuracy of research information to determine acceptability based on quality criteria defined by control procedures; abstract, classify, and code data. Enters data into a database.
• Searches library reference materials for necessary research information.
• Prepares and maintains files of research materials. Compiles and edits indices.
• Assists in the compilation and distribution of reports related to research findings.

Job Category

Temporary

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites.
• Ability to take direction and work independently as needed.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with highly sensitive information.
• Additional experience, education and/or related certification and licensure may also be required by the department.

Minimum Qualifications

Dependent on the specific position, it may require a High School Diploma or GED, Bachlelor's degree, Master's degree, or Doctoral degree and a specific number of years of experience and/or certifications.

Work Schedule

General University hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30AM - 5:00PM, however may vary depending on department needs.

Advertised Salary

Dependent on the pay range for the specific position.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Criminal Background Check
• Other pre-employment check may apply depending on specific job duties.
• For more information, please reference Background Check Requirement Policy #1710.257.

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.

Disclosures

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affiliated Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email [e-mail].

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

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