Research Assistant III
About The Position
The Research Assistant III position for BrightSide Produce assists the co-founders and directors in overseeing all aspects of the program, including community outreach and services, farm operations, and the BrightSide Produce Internship Program. Under direction, the research assistant will provide advanced program management in a field environment. Instructions/policies/procedures and protocols are followed independently, using discretion, judgment and interpretation. This level frequently provides lead direction and/or supervision to lower-level Research Assistants, Student/Graduate Assistants, and on occasion, clerical staff. Examples of research duties at this level include overseeing the day-to-day tasks of the program by coordinating schedules, providing training, preparing reports and providing daily updates to the leadership team. May assist with administrative tasks in support of program activities. This is an advanced-level position for incumbents who have completed upper division coursework or have relevant work experience. In addition to the abilities required for the Research Assistant I & II levels, the RAIII must be able to independently apply procedures and protocols and make decisions using mutliple sources of data requiring interpretation.
Requirements
- Completion of sufficient upper division coursework
- Equivalent of two years full time progressively responsible related experience in lieu of coursework.
Nice To Haves
- Prior participation in BrightSide Produce activities.
- Knowledge of all aspects of the program, including sourcing, store deliveries, farm partnerships and the internship program.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive
- Ability to demonstrate a high level of cross-cultural sensitivity
- Access to reliable transportation
- Ability to be flexible with work schedule
- English/Spanish language skills
- Candidate must reside in California and live within a commutable distance from SDSU at time of hire.
Responsibilities
- Assist with project management, including on the development, assessment, and implementation of existing and new projects.
- Serve as the primary person in charge of specific projects.
- Serve as the primary liaison between the project team and project partners, establishing new relationships and providing ongoing support to project partners.
- Supervise the day-to-day tasks of team members by coordinating schedules, providing training, preparing reports and providing daily updates to the Principal Investigator.
- Contribute to research activities and report.
- Represent BrightSide Produce at community meetings and events.
- Participate in weekly project meetings.
- Comply with all SDSURF policies and procedures.
- Contribute to annual progress reports.
- Complete other activities as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
