Florida International University · 1 month ago
Temporary Research Assistant
Miami, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20/hr - $20/hr
3+ years expFlorida International University is a Top 50 public research university located in Miami. They are seeking a Temporary Research Assistant to assist with various research tasks, including participant screening, data collection, and study material preparation.
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Responsibilities
Training of team members in home visit and cognitive testing procedures
Primary duties include screening participants, scheduling and completing drop-off and pick-up of study materials at participants' homes
Complete informed consent with participants
Capture data from participants in their homes including height, weight, blood pressure, and other information as required by the project
Assist with research tasks, such as preparation, formatting, translating, and proofing of study materials including recruitment flyers, questionnaires, and other items
Handling of biospecimens
Assists with data storage, management, and cleaning, as needed
Coordinate recruitment events and schedule participant interviews, as needed
Assist in the preparation, formatting, and proofing of presentations, manuscripts, and literature reviews
Participate in all project-related meetings
This position requires a vehicle, and a willingness to travel throughout Miami-Dade and Broward counties (mileage reimbursement provided)
Performs other related duties as required or as directed
Qualification
Required
High school diploma with three (3) years of experience or two (2) years of post-secondary education with one (1) year of experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
This position requires a vehicle, and a willingness to travel throughout Miami-Dade and Broward counties (mileage reimbursement provided)
Criminal Background Check
Research Expanded Background Check
Benefits
Mileage reimbursement provided
Health care benefits
Supplemental plans (e.g. dental, vision) which requires full payment on your part
Company
Florida International University
Florida International University is an American metropolitan public research university located in Greater Miami.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.95MKey Investors
National Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationUS Department of EnergyNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)
2024-10-20Grant· $0.4M
2024-03-28Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Kenneth C. Hall
Senior Vice President of University Advacement and CEO of the FIU Foundation
Pablo Ortiz
Interim Senior Vice President of Advancement and Chief Executive Officer of FIU Foundation
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