Research Assistant-Term
About The Position
The Research Assistant will demonstrate interest in research and/or the relevant subject matter; have experience or familiarity with the Nashville/Davidson County area and Tennessee, research study design, and qualitative data collection methods (e.g., interviews, focus groups, surveys); display strong attention to detail and organization; and commit to data quality and integrity. This position reports directly to the Nashville-based Project Coordinator and Principal Investigator of the project. Peabody College is a world-class college of education and human development, with a mission to enhance the human condition through the preparation of leaders, research, service to families, schools, and communities, and external engagement. The Department of Human and Organizational Development (HOD) within Peabody College focuses on community and organizational development, health, well-being, and social justice-oriented research and action, emphasizing lifespan development and creating caring and competent learning communities.
Requirements
- Demonstrate interest in research and/or the relevant subject matter
- Have experience or familiarity with the Nashville/Davidson County area and Tennessee
- Have experience or familiarity with research study design
- Have experience or familiarity with qualitative data collection methods (e.g., interviews, focus groups, surveys)
- Display strong attention to detail and organization
- Commit to data quality and integrity
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
- Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with teams of faculty, students, and community partners across multiple institutions and time zones
- Flexible attitude and willingness/ability to complete a wide variety of tasks
- Self-directed and driven; ability to work with minimum supervision
- Initiative to work proactively between meetings
Nice To Haves
- 1-2 years of experience in social science research
- Some experience in health-related work
- Ability to communicate in Spanish at a moderate working proficiency level
Responsibilities
- Assist with piloting study enrollment procedures
- Assist with piloting interviews and trainings
- Assist with various research tasks related to study recruitment rollout
- Attend weekly virtual research team meetings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
