PT Research Project Assistant

DePaul University
paid time off, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
1 East Jackson Boulevard (Show on map)
Nov 14, 2024
The Highlights: The Research Project Assistant will assist the Principal Investigator, Dr. LaVome Robinson, and Center Director, Dr. Leonard Jason, with tasks as needed. What You'll Do: Coordinating duties of volunteers Deployment of staff Participates in weekly research meetings Clinical training to do fidelity checks Organizational work Undergraduate (BA or BS) or Graduate degree (MA or MS). Research experience in a related social science field is preferred. Backup group facilitation Some supervision of volunteers. What You'll Need: Undergraduate (BA or BS) in Psychology or Graduate degree (MA or MS). Research experience in a related social science field is preferred. Driver's license and reliable transportation is required to get to schools. Must be reliable, task-oriented, and self-motivated Must be capable of coordinating daily tasks, communicating effectively, and working as directed Must possess strong writing skills Note: this is a grant-funded position and as such is reliant on the receipt of external grant funding. Perks: Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion. Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits. Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%. Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more! Part-Time Benefits For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter. Diversity and Inclusion Statement: Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported. Required Background Check: Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check. Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect: Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire. A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected. For more information, please visit the following pages: Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS) Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.