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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 NONAC3320

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

This position is responsible for maintaining and supporting the implementation of the Georgia Clinical & Translational Science Alliance ( CTSA ) Community Engagement program and Georgia CEAL identified projects in the Prevention Research Center ( PRC ). This position is responsible for assisting with implementing evidenced based, culturally appropriate strategies, building community trust and resilience, decreasing the prevalence of chronic diseases, and increasing access to related services among racial and ethnic minority populations and other socially vulnerable populations. In addition, this position will also assist with the preparation of reports and dissemination of study findings.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited College or University

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

Education: Possess a master’s degree or pursuing a doctoral in public health or related health or social sciences field

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link https://careers.msm.edu/postings/20601

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

• Supervises, plans, manages, directs, coordinates, and facilitates the daily activities related to institutional efforts to procure and execute extramural awards.

• May research and select funding opportunities for the department.

• Reviews and assures that all proposals are responsive to sponsor guidelines and requirements.

• Assists in strategic planning and in developing short-range plans, goals, and objectives.

• Monitors and tracks internal reviews of proposals.

• Knowledge of budget and program management best practices.

• Collaboratively develops methods for data collection and provide simple analyses in a timely manner.

• Manages data and research study applications and regularly tracks the content of the data coming into the database to inform future processes

• Assists in the development and formulation of project reports, studies, and other technical documentation

• Attend weekly team meetings, monthly webinars, and conference calls with partners to discuss evaluations, progress and ensure effective conduct of communications across the networks

• Basic knowledge of statistical software and strong technology procedure

• Serves as the liaison for interrelated projects, as assigned.

  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 required 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

• • Describe your experience as a Research Assistant and/or similar position. Provide years of experience. (Do not enter "See Resume").

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your experience working in a community-based setting, understanding the under-served community. Include the number of years of experience. Do Not Enter "See Resume".

(Open Ended Question)

• • 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

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

  Optional Documents

• Resume

• Other Document