Research Assistant I

Position Summary

The JFK School of Psychology and Social Sciences (JFKSOPSS) at National University seeks applications fora part-time research support assistant position. This is a temporary position funded on a NU internal grant provided by the Faculty ResearchSupport Award (FRSA) and/or the Templeton Foundation Grant. The research support assistant will be responsible, in collaboration with andunder the oversight of the Principal Investigator (PI) on the grant, for identifying and completing all tasks that lead to the project'ssuccess.

The part-time research support assistant will serve as a support assistant to the PI and Research Assistant In tasks relatedto the success of the project. The candidate will collaborate with the PI and other team members to identify tasks and strategize operationsto achieve successful completion in a timely manner. The part-time research support assistant will provide intellectual support to thefunctioning of the grant project, but ultimately follow the decisions of the PI and/or team. The candidate will work autonomously forsubstantial lengths of time.

Essential Functions:

• Transcript and Code Qualitative Data.
• Contributeintellectually to project processes and outcomes.
• Assist with literature review for research / publishable documents along withother documentation and paperwork as needed.
• Implement project tasks including data collection (e.g., surveys and interviews),transcribe and edit, analyze, and store participant data.
• Other duties as assigned.

SupervisoryResponsibilities:N/A

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor'sdegree preferred in cognitive science, psychology, biology, or related fields.
• Experience with the methods of experimentalpsychology and mixed methodological research approaches preferred but not required.
• Experience working in a technology-drivenenterprise preferred.
• All skills, abilities, and education will be considered for minimum qualifications.

Competencies/Technical/Functional Skills:

• Skills in Qualitative and Quantitative Data Analysis using NVivo, SPSS, orother data analysis software.
• Transcription Skills.
• Skills in verbal and written communication.
• Critical-thinkingand decision-making.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with a proven ability to provide timely, accurateinformation on a variety of academically oriented subjects to both internal and external constituents.
• Experience in healthcaresettings preferred.
• Ability to participate as an active team member of the team and organization and work toward a common goal.Contributes fully to the team effort and plays an integral part in the smooth running of teams without necessarily taking thelead.
• Accepts personal accountability, proactively seeks resolution for personal limitations head-on; and supports honesty andrespect towards others, the company and oneself.
• Actively seeks to influence, build effective relationships, and gain alignment withpeers, functional partners, and/or external partners to accomplish business objectives. 
• Develops new insights into situations;questions conventional approaches; encourages new ideas and innovations; designs and implements new or cutting-edge programs/processes.Ability to generate and/or recognize imaginative or creative solutions that generate successful outcomes.
• Ability to drive towardsachieving measurable and challenging goals to support organizational success. Demonstrates the ability to focus on achieving resultsconsistent with the organization's objectives. As a leader, develops goals based on the organization's vision, mission, strategic goals, andobjectives.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals ofconstituencies in a diverse community.
• Work independently and foster a cooperative spirit within a large and/or small team ofdiverse cultures, while working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and frequently changing priorities.
• Intermediateuse of computers and Microsoft Office Suite Applications such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook. Experience using Student InformationSystem (SIS) such as SOAR/Peoplesoft systems.

Location: Remote

Travel: Travel required as necessary (e.g.,conference presentations).

Candidate receiving offers will be offered a salary/pay rate commensurate with experience that vary basedon a candidate's qualifications, skills, and competencies.  Absent exceptional circumstances, candidates will be offered a salary withinthis range for this position. The minimum salary will be offered based on the minimum exemption threshold based on state of residency. Basepay is one component of National University's total rewards package, as we are dedicated to supporting the needs of the "whole you" with ourholistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family.  For full details about ourbenefit plan offerings, please visit benefits.nu.edu. ForPart-time benefits, please click here.

Compensation Range:

National University is committed to maintaining a high-quality, diverse workforcerepresentative of the populations we serve. National University employs more than 5,000 faculty and staff and serves over 41,000 students.We are united in our mission to meet the global education demands of the 21st Century and are dedicated to creating a supportive academicand work environment that allows students, faculty and staff to develop their interests and talents while experiencing a sense of communityand a commitment to diversity. With programs available both online and at our many campus locations, National University is a leader increating innovative solutions to education and meeting the needs of our diverse student population, including adult learners and workingprofessionals.

National University offers an opportunity to work in an innovative environment that supports diversity.

National University (NU) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee orapplicant for employee per applicable federal, state and local laws. At NU, a diverse mix of highly talented, innovative and creative peoplecome together to make the impact of a lifetime for each of our student learners. All qualified applicants will receive equal considerationfor employment, education, and admission at National University. We are focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, color,ancestry, age, family care status, veteran status, marital status, creed, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity,national origin, and other legally protected group status.