Research Assistant at Wayne State University Detroit, MI

Research Assistant Position Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research Assistant to work at its Detroit campus. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan offering a rich, high-quality education and a deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion. Essential Functions (job duties) Provide coordination assistance on multi-funded and/or multi-site research projects. Assist project director in project planning to ensure that pre-established work scope, study protocol, and program requirements are followed. Develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures for project-specific reporting. Assume responsibility for coordinating crime prevention research duties for AmeriCorps members involved in the AmeriCorps Urban Safety Project (AMUS). Assist in coordinating multiple crime prevention survey data collection efforts for one or more research projects – may include other collaborating agencies or institutions. Represent AMUS at local AMUS events, community gatherings, workshops, and trainings (must be available nights and weekends). Integrate information from multiple sources to meet the necessary requirements of funding agencies. Prepare regular updates to Center Director and Managing Director. Qualifications (minimum) Bachelor's Degree in any area of social science research (including political science, anthropology, demography, education, geography, psychology, public health, social work, sociology, survey methodology, statistics, and urban studies). Experience coordinating AmeriCorps members. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with others. Strong problem resolution, organizational, analytical, and communication (oral and written) skills; ability to collaborate effectively. Strong diplomatic skills to present, answer questions and concerns effectively to groups. Employment Details Division: Generic Division Primary department: Center for Urban Studies Employment type: Regular Employee; Job type: Full Time Job category: Staff/Administrative Compensation Compensation type: Annual Salary Salary minimum: $45,000; Salary hire maximum: $50,000 Working Conditions Normal Office Environment. Job Openings Number of openings: 2 Reposted position: No Reposted reason: None (New Requisition) Prior posting/requisition number: — Background Check Requirements University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required. Equal Employment Opportunity The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wayne State University