Senior Research Assistant

The Psychology Applied Research Center (PARC) in the Department of Psychological Sciences at LMU is seeking a senior research assistant (senior RA) to support community partnered research projects, such as CDPH's California Reducing Disparities Project and a study of homelessness in the City of LA. These research project is focused on evaluating the impact of holistic approaches to preventing and addressing community violence. The senior RA will work under the supervision of senior team members Drs. Cheryl Grills, Elia De La Cruz Toledo He, Sandra Villanueva, and Diane Terry.

Position Specific Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Conducts descriptive and inferential statistical analyses including learning new coding languages and/or creating original syntax or contributes to thematic coding of qualitative data.
• Assists with data collection efforts with multiple community partners and other key stakeholders.
• Manages quantitative or qualitative datasets, assists with implementation of quality control protocols, and develops and maintains electronic codebooks of all databases.
• Assisting with the preparation of IRB applications, and in the development and management of data tracking tools.
• Assisting with designing, formatting, developing, editing, and revising reports and PowerPoint presentations.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Loyola Marymount University Expectations

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision and values of the University. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications

Typically a Master

• 's Degree in Psychology, Sociology or Political Science or related field or equivalent work experience of four years or more in a research lab.
• Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of methods used in the lab as well as regulation/policy changes.
• Experience in applied research relevant to center projects (e.g., health or mental health equity; environmental, systems and policy change; substance abuse prevention; etc.).
• Previous research experience and experience with quantitative or qualitative research.
• Assisting with and/or independently conducting advanced quantitative data analyses using SPSS, STATA, or R and/or qualitative data analyses using Dedoose, NViVo, Atlas.Ti or other software; can develop Excel databases using advanced formulas and functions.
• Strong organizational skills and a track record of working collaboratively with others in professional or extracurricular settings.
• Ability to be highly organized to facilitate record-keeping, data management, managing multiple responsibilities and collaboration with student research assistants. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• High intrinsic motivation and excellent self-management. Ability to take responsibility in meeting deadlines and making progress without direct supervision.
• Exemplary communication skills (both written and oral).

For full consideration, please provide the following:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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Staff Term (Fixed Term)

Salary range

$29.71 - $37.16 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)