Community Research Associate-R3 Qualitative Study

University of Illinois Chicago • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Community Research Assistants will sustain relationships with participating organizations and community members and contribute to data collection, interpretation, and dissemination. The position is in the Jane Addams College of Social Work at the University of Illinois Chicago in Chicago, Illinois. The position pays $50 per hour and is not eligible for benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social science or a related field.
• Knowledge of fundamental research concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Entry-level knowledge of research methods.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with community partners to identify and recruit Community Advisory Board members.
• Organize monthly Community Advisory Board meetings with participation from the PI and Data Collection Project Coordinator.
• Conduct interviews and focus groups in collaboration with the Data Collection Project Coordinator and PI.
• Contribute contextual insights and feedback to the analysis and interpretation of emerging findings.
• Collaborate with community partners to identify accessible, relevant dissemination strategies and share what the evaluation is learning throughout the study.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level