Special Project Associate II-PC-Quantitative Health Sciences-Krieger lab

Special Project Associate IIMayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.Benefits HighlightsMedical: Multiple plan options.Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.Vision: Affordable plan with national network.Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented candidate to join our team as a Special Project Associate II. This temporary social and behavioral research position offers hands-on experience supporting the lab's ongoing federally funded grants and projects, with day-to-day involvement in organizing research activities, preparing presentation and dissemination materials, and completing data entry, cleaning, and basic analyses. The Associate will work closely with the Principal Investigator, fellows, and multidisciplinary collaborators and community partners, with opportunities to strengthen skills in health communication research and contribute to manuscripts and presentations, including potential to take a lead role on a publication.Responsibilities:Organize and prepare presentation materials for research projects and community outreach efforts.Perform data entry, cleaning, and basic analysis related to health communication and implementation science.Assist fellows and the Principal Investigator with lab tasks and project coordination.Prepare manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations for peer-reviewed journals and scientific meetings.Recruit participants for research studies within the community via site visits and outreach events.Learn about incorporating virtual humans and e-health technologies into research.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and community partners.Gain opportunities to lead a publication and develop practical research skills.About the LabDr. Janice Krieger's Enhancing Technology & Communication in Healthcare (ETCH) laboratory focuses on advancing translational communication by developing and evaluating culturally tailored interventions and leveraging innovative technology solutions. Dr. Krieger's work spans the cancer continuum, with an emphasis on precision messaging, user-centered design, and community-based participatory research to ensure health information is accessible, understandable, and linguistically and culturally appropriate for patients, families, and communities.Special Project Associate may have patient/research subject contact directly relating to and incidental to the original research program. Proof of English proficiency is required for J-1 Short-Term Scholars, Research Scholars, Professors, Specialists, and Student Interns sponsored by Mayo Clinic. The following is required for completeness of application: Current curriculum vitae with bibliography, Proof of highest degree received (if awarded a Bachelor's or Master's degree). Please also be prepared that you may be asked to provide two letters of recommendation to the hiring PI prior to an interview.QualificationsBachelor degree required and experience required in lab project or research work in an educational or work setting. Candidate must have a solid understanding of lab techniques, equipment, and safety.Compensation Detail $26.45- $34.82 / hour; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. Benefits Eligible Yes Schedule Full Time Hours/Pay Period 80 Schedule Details Monday - Friday International Assignment No