Research Assistant (Temporary Hourly Administrative)

Department: Social Work. Salary: $18.81 per hour. This is a temporary position not benefits-eligible and requires enrollment in a PERA retirement account. Position Summary The Research Assistant (RA- Temporary Hourly Administrative) Program facilitates opportunities for recent graduates to participate in faculty/administrator research, scholarly, and creative endeavors. Duties / Responsibilities Preparation of research materials. Data analysis. Literature review. Conference preparation. Other similar tasks associated with academic scholarship. The RA must be able to function in a fast-paced, demanding educational environment, pay attention to detail, be thorough, organized, a quick learner, work independently with little supervision, make sound decisions, and be committed to supporting the mission and values of the Department of Social Work and MSU Denver. Required Qualifications Proficiency with APA, MS Word, MS Excel. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Previous research experience. Familiarity with SPSS or equivalent quantitative analysis software. Familiarity with QSR or equivalent qualitative analysis software. Work Hours 19 hours per week maximum, 1‑year contract maximum. Closing Date 12/31/2026 Benefits Temporary position not benefits-eligible. (Additional university benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, etc. For details see the university's benefits website.) Diversity Statement Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access‑oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver. We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. #J-18808-Ljbffr City and County of Denver