Job Title
Research Associate
Department
Scripps Foundation Research Operations
Worker Type
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Pay Type
Salary
Benefit Eligible
Yes
Job Description Summary
The Scripps Gerontology Center is seeking a Research Associate to assist with ongoing research projects. The mission of the Scripps Gerontology Center is to do work that makes a positive difference in the lives of aging individuals, their families and communities, and to meet the needs of aging societies. We accomplish this mission through excellence in research, education, and service.
Job Description
This position is approved for remote work on a hybrid basis. In-office days are Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Scripps Gerontology Center offices in Oxford, Ohio. Remote work is a working arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason. This position is funded by external grants for one year; renewable contingent upon performance and continued funding.
Applicants should desire to work in a highly collaborative environment where taking initiative, working well in teams of internal and external colleagues, and exhibiting adaptability in the face of shifting priorities are valued.
Duties include and are not limited to:
Project management.
Data management.
Participant recruitment.
Assisting with creation of data collection protocols and tools.
Coordinating and conducting interviews or focus groups.
Assisting with qualitative analysis.
Assisting with data visualization and presentation for reports to various audiences.
The Research Associate may also assist with report writing, manuscript preparation, and other research dissemination activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree in gerontology or closely related social science or analytics field.
Coursework or work experience in qualitative research methods.
Project management experience.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Excellent communication skills.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Qualtrics experience.
Proficiency in Dedoose or similar qualitative tools.
Database management experience.
Informed consent and IRB process experience.
Experience with multiple modes of data collection (in- person, online, telephone).
Additional Position Information (if applicable)
Required Application Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Special Instructions (if applicable)
Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Denise Tyler at tylerda2@miamioh.edu. Screening of applications will begin two (2) weeks from the date of posting and will continue until the position is approved.
Additional Information
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.
This organization participates in E-Verify.
Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.
Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.
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