Associate Researcher

Texas A&M•Laredo, TX

1d•$4,009•Onsite

About The Position

Associate Researcher will conduct research on human trafficking and develop training materials/courses for the Center to Counter Human Trafficking (CCHT). This is a Congressionally Directed Project funded by the U.S. Department of Education at Texas A&M International University. This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Political Science, Public Health, Economics or related field.
Three years research experience.
Proficient with software that has to do with quantitative – R, SAS, SPSSS, etc. and qualitative – NVIVO, LLMs research.
Word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Demonstrated strong writing and verbal skills.
Web design and basic computer application experience.
Ability to conduct research on human trafficking.
Ability to develop program curriculum.
Ability to provide training.
Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Interact professionally with university personnel, the general public, and students.
Demonstrate strong planning and organizational skills.
Multitask, prioritize, and work with deadlines.
Maintain confidentiality.
Grant funded position – balance of 2025-2026 academic year.
Position may require evening and/or weekend hours.
Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.