Pro Tem Research Assist/Assoc - Prevention Science Institute - Open Pool

Pro Tem Research Assist/Assoc - Prevention Science Institute -
Open Pool

Department: Prevention Science Institute

Rank: Research Assistant (Type A)

Annual Basis: 12 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise

Special Instructions to Applicants

In addition to a completed online application, including names and
contact information for three professional references, please
upload a current resume/CV. Applications will be accepted on a
continuous basis. Screening of applications will occur as positions
become available and continue until positions are filled.

Department Summary

The Prevention Science Institute (PSI) is a multi-disciplinary
institute focused on understanding human development, promoting
behavioral health, and implementing effective interventions in
community settings. The PSI encompasses focus areas consistent with
the field of prevention science, including prevention and
intervention, and implementation science. Understanding effective
intervention strategies and the outcomes associated with these
interventions across multiple domains of functioning, including
biological, social, and contextual, is the focus of research at the
PSI.

The core mission of the PSI is to improve the lives and well-being
of children, individuals, and families throughout the lifespan. The
PSI is committed to research that expands our understanding of
interventions and human development and actively seeks to promote
research that reduces health disparities in health outcomes.

Position Summary

The Prevention Science Institute (PSI) at the University of Oregon
is seeking qualified applicants for its open research pool.
Positions are limited duration appointments potentially renewable
for up to a total of three years. In limited circumstances, there
is the possibility of renewal beyond three years based on
programmatic need, funding, and performance. Appointments may be as
a research assistant, conducting research under the direction of a
principal investigator, or as a research associate, conducting
research with only general guidance.

Research assistant/associate opportunities frequently arise in the
PSI. These positions are primarily funded by federal grants with
research aims related to understanding human development,
preventing behavioral health problems, and implementing effective
interventions in community settings. Candidates with professional
or academic interests in any of these areas are encouraged to
apply; applicants will be screened as needs arise. Successful
candidates will have professional experience and a commitment to
working effectively with research participants and staff from
diverse backgrounds. Candidates with fluency in Spanish are
strongly encouraged to apply.

Examples of the types of positions that arise include:

• Interviewer/Assessors who work with families and children to

gather complete and accurate data through standardized personal
interviews, questionnaires, standardized tests, semi-structured
interviews, parent-child interaction tasks, child and adult
diagnostic interviews and video recorded observations;

• Data Managers who oversee the tracking, cleaning, formatting and

compiling of computerized datasets;

• Records Coordinators who locate and coordinate the collection of

data from community partners (such as local school districts, child
welfare agencies or the local youth authority and/or adult courts)
and obtain and track signed consent forms;

• Recruiters who contact potential participants to screen and

invite them to participate in active research projects.

Due to the broad nature of the available research positions, please
indicate if you have experience with any of the following:
standardized assessments, standardized surveys & interviews,
behavioral coding, working with families and children, working with
high-risk families, working with foster families, working with
children with special needs, experience with home interviews, and
experience with neurobiological methods (e.g, cortisol, genetic
data, RSA & PEP, high density EEG/ERP, blood draws,
fMRI).

Minimum Requirements

Research Assistant ranks:

• RESEARCH ASSISTANT (TYPE A): Positions that require skills and/or

experience relevant to the duties of the position but do not have a
minimum degree requirement.

• RESEARCH ASSISTANT (TYPE B): Positions require a bachelor's or

equivalent degree. In rare occasions, positions in specialized
fields may allow for a combination of education and equivalent
experience prior to the time of hire to satisfy the bachelor's
degree requirement.

• RESEARCH ASSISTANT (TYPE C): Positions require a master's or

equivalent degree. In rare occasions, positions in highly
specialized fields may allow for a combination of education and
exceptional equivalent experience prior to the time of hire to
satisfy the master's degree requirement.

*Ranks for each research assistant type in ascending order are
research assistant, senior research assistant I, and senior
research assistant II.

Research Associate rank:

• Terminal degree.

Senior Research Associate I rank:

• Terminal degree plus 6 years of applicable work experience

post-degree.

Senior Research Associate II rank:

• Terminal degree plus 12 years of applicable work experience

post-degree.

Professional Competencies

• Knowledge of spoken and written English sufficient to obtain,

provide, or exchange information.

• Ability to communicate effectively, with a specific capacity for

sensitivity, confidentiality, diligence, and persistence with
regard to engaging and retaining subjects in the study.

• Customer service skills and the ability to effectively relate

project information.

• Highly efficient and organized approach to work and strong

attention to detail and thoroughness.

• Exceptional time management skills and ability to manage multiple

scheduling issues.

• Ability to work in a collaborative and cooperative team

environment.

• Ability to learn quickly and work independently, with supervision

as needed.

• Ability to multi-task.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact

effectively with adults, adolescents, and children from diverse
backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with standardized assessments, surveys &

interviews.

• Experience with behavioral coding.
• Experience working with children and families.
• Experience working with high-risk families.
• Experience working with foster families.
• Experience working with children with special needs.
• Experience with home interviews.
• Experience with neurobiological methods (i.e., cortisol genetic

data, RSA & PEP, high density EEG/ERP, blood draws, fMRI,
etc.).

• Fluency in Spanish.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful
completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits
package to eligible employees, including health insurance,
retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about
benefits, visit our
website.

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution
committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified
individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any
protected status, including veteran and disability status. The
University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to
applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an
accommodation in connection with the application process, please
email us or call
541-346-5112.

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national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions),
age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including
family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship,
service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state
law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of
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To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536388

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