Responsibilities*
The School of Nursing at the University of Michigan School is seeking an experienced, positve, highly motivated, and organized person to work with a growing research team who also commits to contributing to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all members of our community. The Research Assistant will work with the principal investigator and other research team members to efficiently carry out various quantitative data tasks, including database management, basic data analysis, and other general research duties related to project operations. This position is expected to work independently and with other research team members. The position would involve work related to research on preventive cancer care, using existing databases.
Job Duties
- Assist with general data-related activities, including organizing and manging project databases; performing data cleaning and creating databases from electronic survey data; organizing and maintaining data.
- Creating and updating project timelines.
- Attend research meetings and prepare written notes.
- Assist with literature searches, reviews, and writing sections of works in progress.
- Perform additional research duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications*
Required Skills
- Previous experience with quantitative research methods
- Data mangement experience and experience with data analysis
- Moderate experience with Stata ? data analytics software
- Experience using Zotero reference management software
- Interest in working in preventive cancer research
- Background/experience in quantitative research, preferably using existing datasets
Desired Qualifications*
Desired Skills
- Coursework in public health, nursing, environmental sciences, sociology, psychology, social work, or related field
- Some master's level work completed
- Project management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Able to manage time, organize and complete multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Ability to be self-directed and work independently within a team of researchers
- Strong computer skills and interest in learning and training in new software are critical
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.