*Research Technician (CLEAR Project)

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced *Research Technician (CLEAR Project) at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

Essential Functions (Job Duties)

Assist in field work (i.e., home visits)
Perform data entry
Develop data collection and survey instruments and manage and supervise the construction and maintenance of databases.
Collaborate with others regarding data management, and in the planning and implementation of data quality assurance plans.
Assist in the preparation of articles for consideration in refereed journals on an ongoing basis.

Unique duties:

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree (or working towards a degree) is preferred.
Experience working within Detroit neighborhoods or similar communities.
Access to consistent and reliable transportation.
Experience conducting literature reviews and assisting with drafting training and/or research protocols.
Minimum of one year of experience working with data is required (data cleaning, data quality, data analysis, researching sources for data).
Ability to effectively utilize software necessary to convert and process data (e.g. SAS, SPSS, Excel, Access, Dbase, ESRI GIS), and to identify duplicates and join datasets.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and Google products (Drive, Sheets, Docs, Forms, Calendar, etc.).
Experience with Qualtrics and survey instruments preferred.
Working knowledge of social science research methods and primary data collection procedures and practicalities of implementation preferred.
Must be confident communicating through virtual channels with team members and others.
Must be self-motivated and able to initiate and complete tasks independently; strong organizational and problem-resolution skills; detail-oriented.
Ability to prioritize and plan work activities while meeting respective deadlines.
Knowledge,Skills, and Abilities
A strong working knowledge of social science research methods and experience in managing primary data collection procedures and practicalities of implementation required.
Skilled at designing and implementing data collection tools, including survey instruments to conduct primary data collection.
A strong capacity to collaborate with other staff, scholars, community leaders and residents to engage them in the work of the CEC.
Knowledge of community engagement literature and experience working in the community, especially Detroit.
Effectively utilize software necessary to convert and process data (e.g. SPSS, Excel, Access, Dbase).
Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
Salary range: $15 -$20 per hour, depending oneducation/experience; up to 40 hours per week.

Preferred qualifications:

School/College/Division:

H32 - Provost & VP Academic Affairs

Primary department:

H6614 Center Urban Studies

Employment type:

• Temporary Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Research

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Hourly Wage
• Hourly rate: $15-$20
• Salary minimum:
• Salary hire maximum:

Working conditions:

Assist in filed work (i,e,, home visits)

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1
• 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 statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.