Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

A qualified individual is needed for a research assistant position with the Center for Public Health Systems Science (CPHSS) at the School of Public Health. CPHSS works to change systems to create healthier communities through research, evaluation, and translation. We use a range of innovative methods in three core focus areas: 1) Policy and Prevention 2) Dissemination and Implementation and 3) Systems Science. The research assistant will work on several projects relating to the Translational Science Benefits Model which aims to help public health and clinical scientists demonstrate the impact of their scientific activities on downstream public health, clinical, and societal benefits. This position will be responsible for presenting TSBM materials to lay audiences, assisting with both quantitative and qualitative data collection, data analysis, and developing dissemination materials. Primary responsibilities include developing presentation materials, giving TSBM presentations as well as developing case studies and assisting with development and testing of tools to plan, track, and demonstrate impact.

Job Description

• Coordinate evaluation and research activities in close consultation with TSBM Manager.

• Assist with and/or lead TSBM presentation and workshops.

• Collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data.

• Develop project-related reports, presentations, and other products.

• Maintain databases and other project tracking tools.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Research (2 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, social work, social sciences, public policy, or other related field and two years of relevant experience.
• Or a Master’s degree and no experience may substitute.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in public health, social work, social sciences, public policy, or other related field.
• Experience performing literature search, summary, and synthesis.
• Experience writing research/evaluation reports.
• Experience with evaluation designs and methods.
• Experience translating complex information into ‘everyday’ language for mass audiences.
• Experience with report design and developing graphics for effective communication of research/evaluation findings.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Computer Literacy, Detail-Oriented, Literature Evaluation, Literature Searches, Microsoft Office, Multiple Project Management, Qualitative Analysis, Quantitative Analysis, SPSS Data Analysis, Task Organization, Teamwork, Verbal Communications, Website Content Maintenance, WordPress, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade

R07-H

Salary Range

$17.10 - $29.09 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email 

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 or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.