Laboratory Research Data Assistant
Indiana University

Job Info

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Department

THE O'NEILL SCHOOL - BL SPEA (BL-SPEA-IUBLA)

Job Summary

• Assists with the research and collection of data from internal and/or external sources in support of research project(s).
• Conducts descriptive analysis with collected data and assists with evaluative analysis.
• Assists with creating technical reports, journal articles, and public presentations as needed.
• Maintains relationships with research project stakeholders and keeps them up-to-date and apprised of any concerns or issues; provides expertise in applicable areas of research; serves as back-up point of contact for client requests pertaining to assigned projects(s).
• Mentors and/or provides guidance to students, faculty, or other staff working on research project(s) through training in related aspects of research techniques and analysis as needed; may provide daily oversight to less experienced staff or student researchers.
• Represents the department with regard to related research and participates in professional development activities and programs.
• May perform other related duties in support of research projects and data analysis efforts.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in public policy, public administration, public health, social sciences, or related field)

Preferred

• Master's degree

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 1 year of research, data analysis, or related experience

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Possesses a high degree of initiative
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Knowledge of and ability to apply quantitative research skills
• Familiarity with and openness to learn qualitative and mixed methods
• Familiarity with statistical software preferred
• Must possess strong attention to detail

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

This is an external grant funded position. Funding is confirmed for up to 1 year. Continued employment is contengent upon grant funding.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Benefits Overview

Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Mastery

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Research

Job Family: Research Data Analysis

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be differences in the working conditions as advertised in our standard job postings (e.g., the ability to travel from one campus to another, etc.). If you are invited for an interview, please discuss your questions or concerns regarding the working conditions at that time.

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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