Research Assistant-Term

The Research Assistant will demonstrate interest in research and/or the relevant subject matter; have experience or familiarity with the Nashville/Davidson County area and Tennessee, research study design, and qualitative data collection methods (e.g., interviews, focus groups, surveys); display strong attention to detail and organization; and commit to data quality and integrity. This position reports directly to the Nashville-based Project Coordinator and Principal Investigator of the project.  Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Assist with piloting study enrollment procedures

• Assist with piloting interviews and trainings

• Assist with various research tasks related to study recruitment rollout

• Attend weekly virtual research team meetings

   

 

About the Work Unit:

With a genealogy dating to a one-room Nashville schoolhouse in 1785, Peabody College today is a world-class college of education and human development. Our mission is to enhance the human condition. We do this as we always have, through the preparation of leaders; through cycles of research, implementation, and refinement; through service to families, schools, and communities; and through external engagement with professionals, leaders, and policymakers. Peabody is devoted to creating opportunities in an increasingly diverse society and to solving large societal problems. The Department of Human and Organizational Development is an academic department within Peabody College and represents a group of interdisciplinary programs that share a focus on community and organizational development, health, and well-being, and social justice-oriented research and action. HOD focuses on lifespan development through enhancing life-long learning and developing caring and competent learning communities.

Supervisory Relationships:

This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education is required.

 

Experiences and Skills:

• 1-2 years of experience in social science research is preferred
• Some experience in health-related work is preferred
• Ability to communicate in Spanish at a moderate working proficiency level is preferred
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with teams of faculty, students, and community partners across multiple institutions and time zones
• Flexible attitude and willingness/ability to complete a wide variety of tasks
• Self-directed and driven; ability to work with minimum supervision
• Initiative to work proactively between meetings

At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice.

We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.

Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.