Human Subject Research Coordinator Trainee

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Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Time as Reported / Per Diem

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

As Scheduled

Department:

400056 Medicine M&D-Endo-Metab Div

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 104 H

Compensation Range:

$18.65 - $26.11

Responsibilities:

GENERAL SUMMARY
We are seeking a part-time Graduate Research Assistant to support a qualitative study focused on survey development related to perceptions of weight-related side effects of hormonal contraceptives in premenopausal women with overweight/obesity. The position is ideal for a graduate student in Nutrition and Dietetics with experience in qualitative research methodologies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assisting with participant recruitment, including the creation and distribution of study advertisements (e.g., social media posts, flyers)
• Supporting the coordination and scheduling of cognitive interviews with study participants
• Conducting cognitive interviews to assess face validity of a newly developed survey instrument
• Transcribing, coding, and analyzing qualitative data under faculty supervision
• Participating in regular research team meetings and providing updates on data collection and analysis
• Assisting with the preparation of summary reports and potential manuscript development

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current graduate student in Nutrition and Dietetics or a related field at RIT
• Prior experience in qualitative research, especially cognitive methods and coding

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Interest in women’s health, obesity, or survey development is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Interest in women’s health, obesity, or survey development is preferred

APPOINTMENT DETAILS

• Approximately 10 hours per week
• Duration: Two 14-week academic semesters
• Hourly wage: $20/hour + 30% benefits
• Total compensation: $7,500

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