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Categories: Research

Department: Dean's Office CNPD

Temp Research Assistant

  • 496425
  • Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
  • Temporary Staff
  • Closing on: Apr 21 2025

Salary/Position Classification

  • $19-$20 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
  • 15-19 hours per week
  • 100% Remote Work Availability: Yes
  • Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): Yes

Purpose of Position

This position is needed to assist with activities required to meet a grant's objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assist in database searches and literature reviews/summaries
  • Assist in preparing and submitting IRB applications
  • Data cleaning/coding; working in excel to clean and code a large set of variables and preparing data for statistical software like SPSS, Plus
  • Basic data analysis
  • Assist with proofing and copyediting manuscripts/proposals
  • Assist with creating professional presentation materials, including PowerPoints, to disseminate report findings to stakeholders and/or conference presentations
  • Attend meetings with PI and other colleagues, if necessary
  • Commitment to the UND CNPD’s mission to provide excellent and collaborative education, scholarship, and service to advance human well-being for all, with an emphasis on rural and underserved populations

Required Competencies

  • Excellent and accountable written and verbal communication skills
  • High level of organizational skills to assist with research activities in a timely manner
  • Proficiency in conducting database searches and literature reviews
  • Experience working with manipulating data in excel and/or other statistical software programs
  • Creativity in thinking and initiative
  • Ability to interact well with diverse populations, including faculty and staff

Minimum Requirements

  • Master's degree in Social Work or a related discipline
  • Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume/CV.

Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST. Part-time/Temporary positions are posted for a minimum of 3 business days.

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Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

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