Research Associate 1 (Psychology)
University of Miami

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About the Position

The Department of Psychology in the College of Arts & Sciences is seeking a full-time Research Associate 1 to join the Hispanic Community Health Study / Study of Latinos which is now beginning a Sexual and Gender Minority (SGM) ancillary study. The ancillary study will specifically focus on cardiovascular health disparities affecting Latinx/Hispanic SGM individuals, as well as the role of intersectional minority stress and resilience in shaping these disparities. The Research Associate will have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Public Health, or other related field.

As detailed below, the responsibilities of the Research Associate will include conducting structured research interviews related to the ancillary study, as well as data coordination and management. The Research Associate will be to identify, recruit, and retain research participants, and to collect data via interviews. Successful applicants have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be highly organized, pay attention to details, be motivated, and work independently as well as with others in a research environment. Cultural competence in working with SGM and Hispanic/Latinx populations is critical. Excellent English/Spanish skills (both verbal and written) are also required to serve the research population.

Candidates must include a cover letter with their application.

Qualifications:

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  Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Public Health or other related field
  

Core Responsibilities:

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  Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
  
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  Potentially may participate in the publication of significant results
  
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  Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
  
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  Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
  
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  Keeps abreast of current publications relative to methods, techniques, and developments within the area of research.
  
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  Operates and maintains laboratory equipment
  
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  Performs calculations to complete research test results, collects data, and performs data management and quality control of data.
  
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  Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
  

Lab Specific Responsibilities:

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  Identify, recruit, and retain eligible participants from the HCHS/SOL parent study.
  
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  Collect psychological data from eligible participants.
  
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  Manage and report enrollment and retention of study participants
  
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  Assist the PI in revising study materials as necessary.
  
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  Perform basic data analyses and be involved in annual progress reports.
  

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Job Status:
Full time

Employee Type:
Staff

Pay Grade:
r4

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