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Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

Posting Details

Position Information

About MSM

Morehouse School of Medicine ( MSM ) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation’s leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It’s also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow’s leaders.

We exist to:

• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;

• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;

• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;

With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.

At Morehouse School of Medicine, we’re leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM !

Posting Number NONAC3635

Job Title Research Assistant II

Position Title Research Assistant II

Position Type Non-Faculty

Number of vacancies 1

Salary Commensurate with experience

Department Comm Hlth/Prev Med-Ch/Pm

Position Summary

The Research Assistant II ( RAII ) will provide professional level support related to research and evaluation of projects at the Morehouse School of Medicine, Prevention Research Center. The Research Assistant II is responsible for gathering accurate, credible information on the assigned research and summarizing findings to answer questions related to project goals and objectives. The RAII duties will involve conducting literature reviews, data collection, analysis and interpretation, report writing, and presentations. The RAII will be responsible for scheduling and hosting meetings to identify research or project evaluation needs, provide progress updates, and to communicate research or evaluation findings.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

+ Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or institution in public health or related health or social sciences field.

Experience:

+ Experience conducting quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-method data analyses.

+ Experience or strong interest in community-based research and evaluation.

+ Proficient using data collection and analytical statistical software and tools (e.g., SPSS and Qualtrics).

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

+ Possess or pursuing a Doctoral degree in public health or a related health or social sciences field.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

Quick Link https://careers.msm.edu/postings/23420

EEO Statement Summary

Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Job Duties

Description of Job Duty

+ Performs tasks related to the assigned functions or projects.

+ Assumes responsibilities and assists faculty members in research and creative activities for a designated research area.

+ Develops work plans in accordance with research objectives.

+ Assists with developing data collection instruments.

+ Assists with data collection and data management.

+ Assists in the collection of data and/or conducts independent research for the unit specific to the assignment.

+ Assists in specialized administrative, technical, or editorial duties connected to research.

+ Participates in recurring project meetings related to the assigned functions or projects.

+ Works closely with the Assistant Director to achieve project(s) aims and goals.

+ Collaborates with staff and affiliated faculty to carry out assigned functions or projects.

+ Prepares reports and disseminates research or project evaluation findings.

Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization

Immunization Requirements

It is MSM’s Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are encouraged to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID -19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * What is your highest level of completed education?

+ High School/GED

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ EdD, MD, PhD, DrPH, JD

+ * Please provide your salary requirement. Do Not Enter Negotiable, a specified salary range is required. Not providing a salary requirement will result in your application being incomplete and will not be considered.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Optional Documents

+ Resume

+ Cover Letter