Research Assistant

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Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position:

• a minimum of one (1) employment history entry.

Position Information

Title

Title Research Assistant

Department Summary

Bridgewater State University’s School of Social Work offers the largest bachelor’s in social work program in Massachusetts along with a popular master’s in social work program — both of which are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. With a curriculum grounded in service learning, BSU’s social work programs offer intensive fieldwork and mentoring by our accomplished faculty.

Position Summary

The School of Social Work is an innovative department that aligns with the profession’s six core values with emphasis on service and social justice. Members of the faculty are often invited to participate in research projects with agencies serving the community. One such project involves an exploration of the Plymouth County DA Comfort Dogs Program. This research project encompasses all stages of a research project and requires the support of a research assistant.

Position Type

Position Type Temporary

In this role you will have the opportunity to:

• Locate, obtain, review, and analyze existing literature on the animal assisted interventions
• Identify data collection tools.
• Participate in sample recruitment.
• Participate in informed consent process.
• Participate in data collection, analysis and document creation.
• Provide administrative support for various tasks involved in research project including but not limited to telephone, email, virtual communication, focus group meetings, survey distribution, and document preparation as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Masters Degree or current enrollment in a graduate program.
• Energy, enthusiasm, self‑direction, patience, and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse student/faculty/staff/community population.
• Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Bridgewater State University considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.

EEO Statement

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hourly Rate (Non‑Exempt) $25

Posting Number T02316P

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Bridgewater State University is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.