What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Assistant Intern position at Children's Legacy Center?
The Department of Innovative Research of the Children’s Legacy Center aims to generate evidence-based insights and contribute to the existing knowledge in the fields of trauma, sex trafficking, commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC), sexual abuse, domestic violence (DV), and human resilience and thriving. As the research arm of the Children’s Legacy Center, we set out to evaluate the effectiveness of the organization’s programs and interventions, and their impact on the lives of the children and their families in their journey towards healing. As a research unit within the larger organization of the Children’s Legacy Center, we hope to inform program design, policy, and systems change. The department is looking for interns who will contribute to the different aspects of research and evaluation.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Related literature search
- Interviewing
- Writing annotated bibliographies and summaries
- Data encoding (using MS Excel, Jamovi and SPSS)
- Statistical data analysis
- Analysis of stories and narratives
- Organizing internal research gatherings/discussions
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to learn how to efficiently search and review academic literature using databases like PubMed, JSTOR, or Google Scholar
- Data Encoding
- Data Collection
- Data Analysis
- Critical thinking skills
- Ability to learn how to keep accurate records of research procedures, results, and observations
Education and Experience:
One the job training will be provided in all the aspects mentioned above through scheduled brown bag discussions, coaching, participation in our CLC Research Interest Group, and hands-on learning experience. We accept undergraduate and graduate students in the social/behavioral sciences who are as excited as we are in building a culture of curiosity and scientific interest.
Physical Requirements:
- Sitting – up to 5 hours, not continuously
- Standing – up to 1 hours, not continuously
- Walking – up to 1 hours, not continuously
- bending over – up to 1 hour, not continuously
Who We Are:
The Children’s Legacy Center began in 2016. Our passion is to aid children and youth who have been abused and exploited. We currently achieve this goal by offering forensic interviewing services as a part of our Children’s Advocacy Center. These interviews reduce trauma and help our partner agencies expedite justice for children, youth, and their families. We are now able to build upon this tested and stable foundation and are building out our regional pilot model for exploited children and youth. This model is a diverse, holistic, and far-reaching collection of programs and services that will multiply our impact in the community and beyond. Although each of our team obtains a specific job description, we work collaboratively to develop and expand our organization. We value the health and wellbeing of our team members more than the average workplace. The nature of this work is incredibly difficult, so supporting each other is paramount. We’ve got each other’s backs. We strive daily to create an inclusive environment in which all people feel safe, heard, and valued. The Children’s Legacy Center celebrates cultural differences and similarities among all employees, volunteers, families we serve, and members of our partnering agencies. With an amazing team and our community’s support, we truly believe we can accomplish anything!
The Children’s Legacy Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of the Children’s Legacy Center to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources at (530) 768-1880.
