Research Assistant

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

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Job Summary

Under general direction, assists in implementing program evaluation projects and research studies; assists in data collection; provides assistance in preparation of grants, manuscripts, and other reports Supports Division of Research (DoR) organizational, communication, and administrative needs; maintains communication, tracks needs and progress of division projects and maintains flow of information between DoR and other divisions in Family and Community Medicine, and other Departments and Schools in the University. Assists in the implementation of research studies.

Job Duties

• Assists with research projects and implements research projects

Performs various clerical duties including typing, answering phones, preparing correspondence, preparing and maintaining bibliographies, and completing applications and forms.

• Interacts with potential research participants, consents participants, explains study details to potential participants
• Records research procedures and results; files and maintains records; codes data for input for electronic data processing; inputs and retrieves data using computers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal/human relation skills
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to tend to details
• Ability to maintain records and inventories
• Ability to operate a personal computer

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in science or related field. Broad knowledge involving human subject research or other specialized knowledge is desire

Preferred MPH or related degree

Function

Lab Support

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.