University of Arizona · 1 month ago
Research Specialist, SW Institute for Rsch on Women (Multiple Positions)
Tucson, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$18/hr - $22/hr
5+ years expThe University of Arizona's Southwest Institute for Research on Women is looking for two Research Specialists to contribute to various community-collaborative projects aimed at improving community well-being. The role involves conducting interviews, data collection, and collaboration with community partners to evaluate programs related to substance abuse treatment and support services for youth and families.
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Responsibilities
Working independently, schedule and conduct in-person interviews to collect survey data from study participants located at various locations throughout the community. Maintain an 80% intake and follow-up interview rate with minimal supervision. Scheduling of interviews includes regularly keeping in touch with research participants throughout the duration of their participation in the research study. It also includes independent regular coordination and communication with community partners to keep track of program enrollment and connect with program participants over time
Outreach to individuals in the community identified as potentially eligible for the study and screen them for study eligibility. This includes developing and implementing innovative strategies for outreach with minimal supervision
Enter collected data into study databases and maintain a tracking database to record study activities and to facilitate data collection activities over time. This might include developing new databases and procedures to facilitate data collection and program evaluation
Participate in project meetings with research team and collaborating agencies-taking notes to keep a record of progress and challenges to inform research activities. Contribute ideas for improving programmatic protocols and procedures in collaboration with community partners
Assist with writing research reports and developing power point presentations. Participate in dissemination of findings at state and national conferences. Suggest ideas for data analysis and reporting
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Must have valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy
Fluent Spanish-speaker
Knowledge of and/or experience working with issues affecting system-involved youth and adults including substance abuse, sexual health, mental health, domestic abuse, poverty and education
Knowledge of behavioral healthcare
Skilled in using Microsoft word and excel
Basic knowledge of data entry in online databases
Ability to communicate effectively and work as a team member
Skilled in basic data analysis using SPSS and reporting of research findings to behavioral health practitioners
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Preferred
BS or BA degree in a field appropriate to the area of the position
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
Life insurance and disability programs
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
Retirement plans
Access to U of A recreation and cultural activities
Company
University of Arizona
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$88.9MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyGoogle.orgNational Science Foundation
2024-12-10Grant· $0.61M
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-09-07Grant· $30M
Leadership Team
Chad Herzog
Associate Vice President, Arizona Arts
Lanita Collette
Acting CIO, Deputy CIO
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