Temporary Research Assistant

Join a collaborative team dedicated to reducing the impact of substance use disorders across South Dakota as a Temporary Research Assistant in the Allied & Population Health department. This position will support a wide range of START‑SD project activities from developing materials and assisting with outreach efforts to contributing to research through literature reviews and data analysis.

This part‑time, grant‑funded temporary position is located in Sioux Falls, SD
. The role allows 4 hours of work per week and is funded through 8/31/2028.

The mission of the Allied and Population Health Department’s Community Practice Innovation Center is to address community‑identified needs and implement innovative solutions to better serve our region, which is achieved through project (research and public health) and service work.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Support the project activities of the START‑SD team by conducting literature searches and reviews, analyzing data for research projects, developing and assisting with awareness campaigns, and supporting other START‑SD project activities such as workforce development activities and creating re‑entry materials and packets.

Annual Leave and Sick Leave are accrued on a prorated basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Biology, or a closely related field;
• Experience with community health or public health through academic coursework or certification;
• Knowledge of biostatistics, gained through coursework or certification;
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills;
• Ability to work well within a team environment;
• Organizational and time management skills;
• Valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one year of experience in a health care or behavioral health setting;
• Experience creating professional written documents such as reports, evaluations, or clinical charting.

SDState accepts applications through an on‑line employment site.  
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, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, curriculum vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references.

Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688‑4128 if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug‑free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Reference List

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land‑grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment.

Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR
. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact:
Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688‑4128.

For questions on the position, please contact the hiring manager, Erin Miller, via email at erin.miller or by calling (605) 688‑2108.