Research Assistant, Institute on Public Safety and Social Justice

The Research Assistant will work closely with the program and data staff. This includes researching, preparing reports, and collecting data. The RA will contribute to various aspects of research including data collection, analysis, literature reviews and dissemination of findings. This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop research skills, gain hands on experience, and contribute to scholarly work in a collaborative academic environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Institutional Review Board standards, compliance requirements, and the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with various stakeholders.

There are four research assistant positions available.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Ethnic Studies, Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Work, Criminology, Psychology, Anthropology, Political Science) or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience not required
  
  

Qualifications/ Skills:

• Strong understanding of State and Federal grant regulations and compliance requirements preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write clear, concise reports or proposals.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis techniques.
• Ability to consistently identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations based on observations.
• Strong demonstration of alignment with Adler’s social justice mission and vision.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and visioning acumen.
• Ability to proactively identify challenges and barriers to stated objectives and employ assistance in addressing them.
• Strong collaboration acumen and abilities.
• Demonstration of Emotional Intelligence and professional maturity.
• Proficient and functional knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Proficiency in using statistical software (SPSS, R, Stata) or qualitative tools (Qualtrics, Nvivo, ATLAS.ti, Tableau) preferred.
• Proficient and functional knowledge of MS Office (Work, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Strong research acumen and abilities.
• Strong communication acumen including written, oral, and listening.
  
  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist with data collection through surveys, fieldwork, or other appropriate research methods.
• Assist in the development of research protocols, workshops and training.
• Engage in community-based participatory research.
• Assist in the development of assessment, auditing and evaluation tools.
• Compile and track data for progress reports and presentations.
• Use statistical or qualitative analysis software to analyze and interpret research data.
• Travel to field sites to collect and record data.
• Maintain and update records of data, ensuring data integrity and hygiene.
• Prepare, write, and submit grant proposals, ensuring all required documentation and information is included.
• Summarize and synthesize scholarly articles to support development of research proposals, reports and publications.
• Comply with all grant regulations and requirements.
• Work closely with program staff to gather necessary information for proposals and reports.
• Track and report on the progress and outcomes programs, providing regular updates to senior staff.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
  
  

Compensation: $30/hour (15-20 hours per week)

Work Environment (Physical Demands): The usual and customary methods of performing the job functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Universal Core Behaviors:

Communication:

• Effectively expresses oneself in all oral and written communications.
• Exhibits good listening and comprehension skills.
• Keeps others informed, as well as responds, in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates match between words and actions.
• Responds with tact, diplomacy, respect and composure when dealing with others.
• Promotes the spirit and essence of the School’s Vision, Mission, Values and Key Strategies through both verbal and written communication.
  
  

Teamwork and Collaboration:

• Cooperates with others toward the achievement of common goals.
• Seeks consensus and win-win solutions to problems and conflicts.
• Contributes actively and participates fully in team initiatives.
• Puts success of the team above own interests.
• Builds and maintains constructive work relationships.
  
  

Responsive to Change:

• Supports changes in the work environment.
• Displays a proactive, problem-solving approach toward work.
• Committed to life-long learning by continuously increasing skills, knowledge and effectiveness.
• Actively seeks and initiates creative and innovative solutions.
• Exercises sound, accurate and informed independent judgment when needed.
  
  

Quality-Driven and Accountable:

• Results-oriented and committed to quality through continuous process improvement.
• Eliminates ineffective activities and closes performance gaps.
• Anticipates and responds to customer needs.
• Monitors own performance, accepts responsibility for actions and actively seeks feedback.
• Meets deadlines and completes projects and activities in a professional, timely manner.
• Seeks opportunities to increase productivity and/or reduce costs while maintaining highest quality standards (fiscally responsible).
  
  

Support of Vision, Mission, Values, Key Strategies:

• Supports and models the School’s Values of social interest, compassion, justice, respect for the individual, honors diversity and difference, intellectual rigor, optimism and collaboration.
• Articulates the School’s Vision, Mission, and Key Strategies in a way to educate others.
• Demonstrates active commitment in advancing the School’s Vision, Mission and Key Strategies.
• Exhibits personal integrity, honesty, zeal and compassion.
• Aligns work processes to advance the School’s strategic plan and key strategies.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Adler University that all persons are entitled to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) protection. The University does not discriminate against any individual for employment because of age, religion, race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status (including unfavorable discharge from the military), or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.