Research Assistant I

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Work type:Support Staff
Pay Grade: 11
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Nursing
Department: Nursing 10033616
Sub Area: AP- Professionals
Salary: 50549.00
Location:East Lansing
Categories:Administrative/Business/Professional, Health Care Support, Research/Scientific, Administrative Professionals- AP, Full Time (90-100%), Union

• (30%) Assists the Data Manager to oversee and review the work of data collectors and other support staff as work pertains to data collection. Provides clarification and assists with problem solving as necessary. Informs the Principal Investigator, Project Manager, and Data Manager of the day-to-day data collection activities, when any problems arise, and when clarification or deviations from protocol are needed.
• (25%) Assists the Data Manager to schedule and facilitate all field data collection-related events and travel. Communicates effectively with daycare centers to properly plan and prepare for data collection events. Facilitates calendar of events for data collection at all sites. Reserves necessary space on campus or at project sites for scheduled events. Secures all necessary resources and staff for all data events.
• (20%) Assists the Data Manager to manage all data according to the study’s Data Safety and Monitoring Plan. Assists key staff with preparation and analysis of all data.
• (10%) Assists in hiring and training all field data collectors. Follows through on hiring paperwork and ensures that all staff comply with required training and prove protocol proficiency prior to entering the field.
• (10%) Maintains a stringent inventory of all field data collection equipment. Is accountable for all data collection equipment and is responsible for maintaining the quality of all data collection equipment.
• (5%) Assists in preparing and editing reports, articles, and manuscripts for publication. Performs relevant literature reviews as necessary.

In the College of Nursing, we believe Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are central to all the work that we do. We seek to understand and appreciate the diverse peoples and cultures. We believe in advocacy to support and empower individuals and populations through honest and respectful communication that is evidence-driven, respecting the diverse experiences of all. Given this belief, all team members in the College of Nursing carry a DEI leadership role including:

-Demonstrate a commitment to long term, sustained action that increases diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts across the CON. Intentionally creates an environment that encourages inclusive learning, work, and clinical service environments that enable everyone to reach their full potential.

-Recognizes that inclusion is a journey and strives to move along the continuum of embracing DEI experiences, resources, while acknowledging the inward and outward systems that influence their bias and cultural awareness.

-Strives to be a champion of inclusive practices that lead and transform others and creates initiatives that change structural systems within nursing education which have historically inhibited underrepresented communities.

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in the specific field of research employment or other related science fields; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in standard laboratory procedures and safety requirements and performing analytical and research techniques in an area related to research being performed; may require software specific to the area of research; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The position may require special licensing or certification in the field related to the area of employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Resume, cover letter, and three references

Please attach a list of three (3) professional references with contact information that are knowledgeable of your work.

STANDARD 8-5

This is an off-dated position funded for one year from date of hire with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal.

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Advertised:Mar 11, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:Mar 25, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time