Job Description: Oregon Health & Science University
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Research Assistant 2
US-OR-Portland
Job ID: 2024-32247 Type: Temporary Part-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Research Portland, OR (Marquam Hill)
Overview
This position will work on a research project under the direction of Anjali Rameshbabu, Ph.D. This research is focused on communal meal breaks, an intervention to increase social connectedness among healthcare janitorial workers. The study will identify current practices and implementation needs, and include a test of feasibility. The research assistant will administer surveys to research participants, conduct interviews with participants and collect data, and assist with data analysis. This is a temporary, part-time (~12.5 hours per week) position that is funded through August 31, 2025.
Responsibilities
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field OR
Associate’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience OR
4 years of relevant experience OR
Equivalent combination of training & experience
Experience working with research participants
Experience with survey data collection
Experience with qualitative data collection (e.g., focus groups, interviews)
Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Knowledge and application of gathering, compiling, and reporting research information
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, writing and proof-reading skills
Ability to exercise discretion when dealing with issues of a sensitive nature and to maintain research integrity
Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines
Ability to gather, compile, analyze and maintain, in a range of formats, information from a variety of sources, including research publications, web sources, and internal and external contacts
Ability to communicate, coordinate, and meet research timelines in a timely and effective manner.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in an occupational health or I/O psychology field
3 or more years’ experience working in occupational health
3 or more years’ experience conducting research activities such as qualitative & quantitative data collection, data analysis, data management, and study coordination/research project management
3 or more years’ experience conducting interviews and focus groups
Knowledge of qualitative data analysis software, e.g., ATLAS.ti
Knowledge of SPSS or other quantitative data analysis
Experience with design tools such as Canva and PowerPoint
