Research Asst (TEMP)

Location

Flint, MI | United States

Job description

Research Asst (TEMP) Location Flint, MI :

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

The Public Health & Health Sciences (PHHS) Department is seeking a part-time temporary team member to assist a faculty member in coordinating and executing a study about vision. This position will be from the end of March 2024 through approximately May 10, 2024 (7 weeks), for up to 20 hours per week. You will report directly to the faculty member.

Responsibilities*

• Coordinate and perform routing research tasks
• Library research
• Administer questionnaires, conduct interviews and vision screenings
• Facilitate communication between research study team, study sites, participants and optometrists
• Prepare reports of results or data presentations
• Assist in judging the validity of screening data

Required Qualifications*

• Graduation from a college or university (Associates or Bachelor's degree) with one (1) year of relevant experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work in the Greater Flint area
• Ability to tackle problems and find solutions
• Comfort and familiarity interacting with older adults
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Additional Information

University of Michigan-Flint - Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The University of Michigan-Flint's DEI plan can be found at:

The University of Michigan-Flint exhibits its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through enacting fair practices, policies, and procedures particularly in support of the equitable participation of the historically underserved. UM-Flint recognizes the value of diversity in our efforts to provide equitable access and opportunities to all regardless of individual identities in support of a climate where everyone feels a sense of belonging, community, and agency.

Diversity is a core value at University of Michigan-Flint. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. The University of Michigan-Flint seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning for the purpose of becoming global citizens in a connected world.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Opening ID

245974

Working Title

Research Asst (TEMP)

Job Title

RESEARCH ASST II (TEMP)

Work Location

Flint Campus

Flint, MI

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Flint Hlth Prof Stud

Department

Flint Dept Pub Hlth & Hlth Sci

Posting Begin/End Date

3/07/2024 - 3/18/2024

Salary

$22.00 - $29.00

Career Interest

Temporary Job Opening

Job tags

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