Role Description
This position supports the work of the Latino Research Institute’s primary data collection of a new research study that will examine the implementation and efficacy of a culturally adapted parenting intervention for Latino families in Austin. This a community-based research collaboration between UT Austin, San José Catholic Church, and the Migrant Clinicians Network.
Duties and Responsibilities
- URAs will assist with a variety of tasks to support the data collection and management needs of the project:
- Prepare research materials for data collection (e.g., develop web-based survey)
- Pilot test web-based surveys
- Conduct field data collection (remotely via telephone or Zoom or in person, pending COVID-19 restrictions)
- Interview parents and adolescents
- Assist in data entry and archival tasks
These responsibilities will be performed remotely. Given the dynamic environment created by COVID-19, your responsibilities and/or your work location may be re-assessed throughout the period of employment.
Qualifications
Must be fluent in English and Spanish
Confidentiality
Strong organizational skills
Detail-oriented
Basic computer skills
Research experience (preferred, but not required)
Expected Start Day
6/1/21 -8/31/21 Summer Semester
The position is renewable pending performance of the undergraduate research assistant (URA)
Career Competencies Gained:
- Obtain, interpret, and use knowledge, facts, and data in this process
- Leverage existing digital technologies ethically and efficiently to solve problems, complete tasks, and accomplish goals
- Demonstrate personal accountability, ability to learn from mistakes, and effective work habits, e.g., punctuality, working productively with others, and time workload management
Work Days and Times
10 Hours Per Week
Monday – Friday
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Flexible Hours
Some evenings and weekends
Compensation
$10.00 Per Hour
To Apply
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