(Class Code: 0800AC) (PTAA)

University of Rhode Island
Position Description

TITLE:                                   Research Assistant II

DIVISION:                    Academic Affairs (Cancer Prevention Research Center)

REPORTS TO:              Principal Investigator and/or Research Associate

GRADE:                         3

BASIC FUNCTION: 

Conduct the day-to-day duties involved in a behavior change science research project.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:         

Recruit and screen study participants in person, off-site, or by telephone using standardized research protocols.

Travel to assessments sites, which can include emergency departments, legal settings, colleges, hospitals and/or substance abuse treatment facilities.

Conduct subject tracking and follow-up assessments.

Conduct tracking of participant incentives.

Assist with preparation of progress reports.

Assist with maintaining quality control of data and tracking records.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform additional duties as required.

LICENSES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:

IBM Personal computers, printers, word processing, database management and spreadsheet software.

Some weekend and evening work.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required: Bachelor's degree and at least two years of professional work experience in a research setting, with one year in a clinical setting, or related experience; experience with computer programs, including word processing, spreadsheet and database management applications; strong organizational and interpersonal skills; a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; the ability to work with diverse groups; knowledge of library databases and APA reference style; knowledge of experimental research methodology. Preferred: Experience with PowerPoint and Excel; knowledge of clinical research procedures.

TO APPLY:

Submit (no emails or faxes, please) a resume and cover letter postmarked by 05-01-09 to:

Sally Cottrill, Search Chair
Requisition # 12421
University of Rhode Island
PO Box G
Kingston, RI 02881

Salary Range: $26,729 - $33,517

An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.  The University of Rhode Island if an E-Verify employer.