Research & Writing Assistant - School of Public Health

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Participate in planning, designing and conducting research studies in the School of Public Health.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities :

• Independently plans, designs and conducts research studies, experiments and surveys.
• Develops, coordinates and implements project plan.
• Coordinates the recruitment and scheduling of participants.
• Test participants using cognitive and / or neuropsychological tests or survey instruments.
• Manages all aspects of large dataset : data synthesis, tracking of research participants extracting datasets for other investigators.
• Coordinates and performs data entry and statistical data analysis.
• Prepares findings and drafts interpretive reports / summaries.
• May assist in grant preparation and proposals.
• May supervise and train new lab personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Job Location / Working Conditions

Physical Effort

Equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's degree

Certifications :

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience : Research (2 Years)

Skills : Not Applicable

Driver's License :

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's degree

Certifications :

No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience : Research (2 Years)

Skills : Not Applicable

Grade

R07-H

Salary Range

$17.10 - $29.09 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure / certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and / or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

Wellness

Family

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit : Washington University in St. Louis benefits page.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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