Research Associate - Social Sciences

Research Associate I – Social Sciences

The Institute for Juvenile Research (IJR) in the Department of Psychiatry is seeking a full-time (40 hrs/week) Research Associate I – Social Sciences (RA I) to support several research studies. The RA I will work on various projects under the direction of multiple principal investigators within IJR. IJR's mission is to develop and promote effective policy and practices to prevent mental health difficulties and relieve the mental health burden of children and families living in high poverty urban communities through research, teaching, and direct service.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform surveys, interviews, observations or uses other methods according to established research protocols.
• Prepare data for analysis and execute details of studies. Perform analysis and document results.
• May conduct literature searches.
• Order study supplies and maintain inventories.
• Maintain detailed records of results and prepare written reports.
• Maintain and process required paperwork.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social science or related field required.
• Knowledge of fundamental research concepts, practices and procedures.
• Entry level knowledge of research methods.