Research Associate

5 days ago


Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

Job Title: Research Assistant

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to join our team at the Institute for Society, Culture and Environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for recruiting, screening, and scheduling interviews with study participants, conducting telephone interviews with family caregivers of persons living with dementia, and preparing written summaries of the interviews.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Recruit and screen potential study participants
  • Conduct telephone interviews with family caregivers of persons living with dementia
  • Prepare written summaries of interviews
  • Assist with data collection and entry
  • Collaborate with research team to achieve project goals

Requirements:

  • Coursework or degree in a relevant field
  • Experience working as a team member on multi-faceted, federally-funded research projects
  • Experience conducting telephone interviews with family caregivers of persons living with dementia
  • Proficient in the use of RedCap, Microsoft Office, Electronic Media, and Search Engines
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong communication and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience preparing research summaries, recruitment materials, and social media postings
  • Experience preparing conference presentations and writing empirical-based manuscripts
  • Ability to work periods of eight consecutive evenings, including weekends

About Virginia Tech:

Virginia Tech is a comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world. We are dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity, and we offer a diverse range of academic programs and research opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Virginia Tech is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status.



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