Research Assistant III - 525563

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $18.32 - Midpoint: $21.97 (Hourly N4)

Department/Organization: 223102 - Nursing Instruction

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm

Job Summary: The Research Assistant III assists with research work in support of a major research project under minimal supervision. Orders equipment and supplies. Sets up equipment. Performs experiments. Monitors results. Collects data. Prepares support material. May supervise students or other support workers assigned to the research project.

Additional Department Summary: The Research Assistant III coordinates the day-to-day activities of the US Department of Labor Nursing Expansion Grant Program. Communicates regularly with faculty, staff, students, employers, workforce development partners, and worker organizations. Prepares correspondence. Maintain records. Creates and maintains charts, graphs, tables, spreadsheets, and databases. Schedules calendar and meetings as requested on behalf of the Project Director. Coordinates events with faculty, staff, students, employers, workforce development partners, and worker organizations. Manages grant funds and keeps records of grant expenditures.

This position may be eligible for hybrid remote work.

Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED and four (4) years of research support experience; OR associate's degree and two (2) years of research support experience; OR bachelor's degree or higher and some research support experience.

Skills and Knowledge: Excellent time management and organizational skills. Attention to detail and strong presentation and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills in virtual, phone, and in-person formats. Ability to interact with faculty, staff, students, employers, workforce development partners, and worker organizations at all levels with high professionalism and confidentiality. Proficient with Zoom, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and the latest features of the Microsoft Office suite.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

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