CBRI Student Research Assistant at Florida International University Board of Trustees in Miami, Florida

Job Description:

About FIU

Florida International University is classified by Carnegie as a R1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity and recognized as a Carnegie engaged university. It is a public research university with that offers 196 programs in fields such as engineering, computer science, international relations, architecture, law and medicine. As one of South Florida's anchor institutions, FIU contributes almost $9 billion each year to the local economy. FIU is Worlds Ahead in finding solutions to the most challenging problems of our time. FIU emphasizes research as a major component of its mission. FIU has awarded more than 220,000 degrees and enrolls more than 54,000 students in two campuses and three centers including FIU Downtown on Brickell, FIU@I-75, and the Miami Beach Urban Studios. houses the Aquarius Reef Base, a unique underwater research facility in the Florida Keys. FIU also supports artistic and cultural engagement through its three museums: , the , and the . FIU is a member of and more than 400 student-athletes participating in 18 sports. For more information about FIU, visit .

Job Summary

Community Based Research Institute is seeking a CBRI Student Research Assistant to join their team of professionals. The position will assists in the day-to-day research activities of the Research Center in Minority Institutions (RCMI)-funded pilot studies. Supports pilot awardees with administrative and research needs related to their pilot projects. Assists Investigator Development Core investigators and staff on programmatic needs related to the implementation of Core activities. Communicates effectively and efficiently with other RCMI Cores and their staff, especially the Administrative Core.
- Assists pilot awardees with administrative tasks, such as travel authorizations, and purchases related to their RCMI-funded projects.
- Assists pilot awardees with research tasks, such as preparation, formatting and proofing of study materials including recruitment flyers, questionnaires, etc.
- Assists pilot awardees in data storage, management, and cleaning, as needed.
- Coordinates recruitment events, and schedules participant interviews, as needed by pilot awardees.
- Assists pilot awardees in preparation, formatting, and proofing of presentations, manuscripts and literature reviews.
- Assists Core investigators and staff on programmatic needs of the core, particularly those related to the management, coordination and implementation of pilot studies.
- Participates in monthly pilot awardee meetings with the Core team members.
- Coordinates and schedules meetings as needed, including with the existing pilot award cohort.
- Performs other related duties as required or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Upper classmen.

Departmental Requirements
Be available for work until June 30, 2021.

Desired Qualifications

Master's student in Psychology, Public Health, Social Work, Molecular Biology, Physical Therapy, Bioengineering or closely related field or 1 year of research experience as undergraduate. Fluency in Spanish may be required for some positions. Ability to work in a team. Strong organization skills and attention to detail. Laboratory work may be required for some positions.

Job Category

Student Assistant

Student Disclosure

- Applicants must be currently enrolled as a student at FIU with a minimum of six (6) credits as an Undergraduate student or three (3) credits as a Graduate student during the Fall and Spring semesters.
- During the Summer semesters, Students need only remain enrolled and are not required to take credit hours, but cannot have graduated.
- Upon graduating, student employment must end.

Work Schedule

20 hours / flexible schedule

Advertised Salary

$15.00/ hour

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check
This student appointment may be subjected to a pre-employment background check.

Student Background Checks

Background check and fingerprinting is required if the job includes any of the following:
Duties:
Yes or No Working directly with and/or residing with minors and/or vulnerable persons.No Working in K - 12 schools.No Handling/managing cash, checks, cash transactions, gift cards, debit/credit cards, and/or cash equivalent.No Information technology (IT) related functions, e.g. Web Developer, IT Technician, etcNo Driving on behalf of the university (MVR Check only).No Those working in the Athletics Department who travel with students to events.No Working within museums.No Those working in the Office of Financial Aid, One Stop, or Office of the Registrar (Title IV access).No Special trust, responsibility, and sensitive location.No Working in centers of health and/or counseling care.No

How To Apply

Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in \\"My Applications\\".
In order to be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position, be in good performance standing, and have been continuously employed at the University for at least six months.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
*This posting will close at 12 am of the close date.

How To Apply

Current Employee
As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in \\"My Applications\\".
In order to be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position, be in good performance standing, and have been continuously employed at the University for at least six months.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
*This posting will close at 12 am of the close date..

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.