Student Worker Research (Occupational Therapy)

GENERAL SUMMARY The principal duty of a Student Worker – Research Assistant is to contribute to the research process under supervision of a lead faculty on an identified research agenda. The research may be related to a specific faculty research project, grant application, journal article, or other research activities. The required services will contribute to the professional training of the student. Appointment to this position is usually made only in the student’s own department or in another unit of the University where the research to be undertaken is related to the student’s field of study. Appropriate service for an advanced research assistant may include the carrying out of evidence-based searches, data collection, and/or data entry under the guidance of a faculty member, these tasks may require training. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Completion of training for protection of research subjects Review the previous work on the assigned research agenda, compile and enter data into Excel, Access, or SPSS, distribute, collect and enter survey data as needed. Conducting evidence-based searches on indicated topics. Will assist faculty by participating in, scheduling, and helping distribute lab activities. Duties may include assisting with the consent process, email communication, document organization and storage Complete literature review and create an annotated bibliography of the relevant articles Proofread and make necessary edits to research documents to ensure accuracy OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES May perform other duties and responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

POSITION IN ORGANIZATION

Reports to:Faculty Lead Positions Supervised : Not applicable

TECHNICAL, MANAGERIAL & PEOPLE SKILLS REQUIRED

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Incumbents will be evaluated, in part, based on performance of each essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE The successful candidate must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or better on all coursework completed and be currently enrolled in a OTD graduate level degree program. Individuals should be in good standing with the University Must possess strong professional writing, editorial, and communication skills Must be organized and capable of solving issues, responding to general questions and responding to routine requests for information. Be able to work independently, as well as in a team environment, Must be able to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projectswith minimal supervision The Student Worker should plan to commit approximately 7 hours per week to this position. Student Workers may work up to 15 hours per week with prior Program Director authorization and will be based on factors such as GPA and academic standing. LICENSURE and/or CERTIFICATION Not applicable

TRAVEL

Not applicable BUSINESS COMPETENCIES To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Being Resilient - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations. Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances. Innovation - Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful. Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment but may involve exposure to moderate noise levels. Work involves operation of personal computer equipment for six to eight hours daily and includes physical demands associated with a traditional office setting, e.g., walking, standing, communicating, and other physical functions as necessary. #J-18808-Ljbffr University-of-St.-Augustine-For-Health-Sciences