Temporary Research Assistant - R104608

Department:

Location: Health Sciences Center

Time Type:

Part time

Worker Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Job Req ID: R104608

Minimum Requirements:

Five or more years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and work experience.

Position Description:

The Department of Health Promotion and Behavioral Sciences is in search for a part time temporary Research Assistant for a position for a study focusing on HIV vulnerability and HIV testing for African American young adults in Louisville, Kentucky. The employee will work in the lab of Dr. Jelani Kerr in the Health Promotion and Behavioral Sciences Department at the University of Louisville.  Responsibilities may include data collection and analysis, tracking and retention of research participants, database management, performing community outreach and education, participant recruitment, and other duties as assigned.   

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Training and experience conducting community-engaged research
• Previous research experience with individuals from socially marginalized backgrounds
• Experience with survey research processes including consent, administration, and payment
• Experience tracking and retaining participants for survey data collection
• Training and experience with delivery of health promotion and education programming
• Knowledge and experience on translating research results to lay communities
• Training in ethical conduct of research
• BS in Public Health or related field
• Prior experience conducting research in community-based settings

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at [email protected] or 502.852.6258.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone 502-852-6258.