Bilingual Research Assistant 2

Research Assistant II

Our research team is currently conducting multiple ongoing community-based randomized trials for childhood obesity prevention and treatment among low-income and minority populations. The Research Assistant II position is an essential member of the team, who will have the opportunity to support multiple ongoing studies. The primary responsibilities will include collecting data from participating patient-families, clinic partners, interventionists, and medical records. The Research Assistant II will also assist with recruitment and retention of participants and obtain informed consent/assent.

Data collection will likely occur in multiple settings, including clinic-based survey administration, phone-based interviews, and community-based data collection. The dynamic nature of clinical research means that this position will have the opportunity to assist in other laboratory and research functions as they arise. A background/interest in community-based and behavioral research is a must. Working and communicating within a team environment is crucial to the success of this position and flexibility is a key attribute.

Because we work to meet families where they are, recruitment and data collection may take place in the evenings or during the weekend in the local community context, which will require scheduling flexibility and reliable transportation. Must possess bilingual proficiency or native fluency in Spanish.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience)
• 2 years of experience
• Reliable transportation to travel to different locations to Middle TN (mileage will be reimbursed)
• Bilingual Spanish English

This position will be a remote hybrid role with some work being performed on site and some remotely. This is a 40-hour/week position with no overtime. Although you will predominantly work day-time hours Monday thru Friday, flexibility is key, as there will be some evening and weekend work required.