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About MSM

Morehouse School of Medicine ( MSM ) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation’s leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It’s also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow’s leaders.

We exist to:

• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;

• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;

• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;

With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.

At Morehouse School of Medicine, we’re leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM !

Posting Number NONAC3265

Job Title Research Assistant II

Position Title Research Assistant II

Position Type Non-Faculty

Number of vacancies 1

Salary Commensurate with experience

Department Center for Maternal Health Equity

Position Summary

The Center for Maternal Health Equity aims to pursue equity in maternal health by reducing maternal morbidity and mortality by building and strengthening community engagement and advocacy. We are seeking a Research Assistant II who will be responsible for updating and maintaining study databases; enter, edit, query, audit, code, reconcile, validate, merge, and statistically analyze collected data. This position will also be responsible for conducting secondary data analysis of existing data sources. The secondary data analysis will require data merging, coding and directed analysis to test research specific aims and hypotheses. The research assistant II will also work members of the Center to implement project plans with additional responsibilities that will include, but not be limited, to, conducting literature searches, assisting in the implementation of project activities, acting as a liaison between the center and partners or funder, and supporting the dissemination of research findings.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Degree must be from a regionally accredited college or university.

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience conducting quantitative data and/or qualitative data analysis utilizing software packages such as SPSS , SAS , NVivo, etc.

• Evidence of excellent data interpretation, oral and written skills.

  Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Health Promotion Sciences

  Closing Date 06/09/2024

  Open Until Filled Yes

  Special Instructions to Applicants

  Quick Link https://careers.msm.edu/postings/20084

  EEO Statement Summary

Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Job Duties

Description of Job Duty

• Supports the development of research plans, study design, and statistical analysis plans for research and evaluation studies

• Performs data entry and fundamental analyses and assisting in interpreting data outputs; selecting the appropriate variable and analysis to test the validity of a hypothesis in collaboration with faculty and resident investigators.

• Writes and edits material for publication and presentation, including fact sheets, newsletters, and manuscripts, by providing thorough literature review and background, methods and results sections

• Recruits and/or interviews subjects; Prepare interview questions, and maintain accurate records of interviews, safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects

• Performs administrative tasks associated with Center initiatives, and perform additional functions related to research activities

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization

Immunization Requirements

It is MSM’s Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are required to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID -19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is your highest level of completed education?

• High School/GED

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• EdD, MD, PhD, DrPH, JD

• • Please provide your salary requirement. Do Not Enter Negotiable, a specified salary range is required. Not providing a salary requirement will result in your application being incomplete and will not be considered.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

  Optional Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Other Document