As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Job Location (Full Address): 187 Edinburgh St On-Site, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14608 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40 Department: 210632 Psychology-MHFC
Work Shift
UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 104 H Compensation Range: $19.04 - $26.63 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities
The CIFASD Research Assistant at Mt. hope Family Center will assist with the CIFASD research projects. The FASD Continuum of Care Projects are part of the Collaborative Initiative on FASD (CIFASD). The Research Assistant role entails: (a) assisting the project coordinator with recruitment, (b) tracking and scheduling completion of online research batteries with participants, (c) supporting engagement of community advisory boards, (d) contributing to refinements to interventions as part of the multidisciplinary development team, (e) coding and managing data. The position requires experience conducting research with families from diverse backgrounds. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Scheduling and tracking completion of surveys, interviews, and other online research batteries with participants. Assist with recruitment of participants for the study Process, enter, and code qualitative and quantitative data Contact participants and advisory board members to schedule meetings; maintain good relations with participants and board members to address any questions or concerns. Other duties as assigned MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years of relevant experience required Associate's degree preferred Bachelor's degree preferred Or equivalent combination of education and experience 1-2 years of research experience working with human subjects or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; strong attention to detail; comfortable interacting with people of diverse backgrounds, including individuals with trauma histories and mental illness; flexibility to work weekends and evenings; preferred. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law. Notice: If you are a Current Employee, please log into myURHR to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. Learn. Discover. Heal. Create. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.