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Research Aide/Assistant, Institute for Human Development,  76723

Employer
University of Missouri Kansas City
Location
Missouri, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Jun 29, 2022


Hiring Department

Institute for Human Development

Job Description

The UMKC Institute for Human Development, University Center on Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (IHD) is an applied research and training center for human services designed to exemplify the University’s goals of engaged scholarship and community partnerships. Its functions include interdisciplinary training, applied research, community program development and information dissemination.

The University of Missouri - Kansas City (UMKC) Health and Aging Program is seeking aResearch Aide or Assistantwith public health-related research project or program support experience. The Research Aide/Assistant will be responsible for the following activities:
  • Manage and respond to project related communications
  • Facilitate project partner engagement
  • Coordinate project-related events such as trainings and conferences
  • Schedule, plan, and keep record of project partner meetings
  • Keep meeting minutes
  • Track and document project-related activities and outcomes
  • Support development of surveys using online data collection platforms (e.g., RedCap, Qualtrics, Zoom Polls)
  • Support data entry and basic analyses
  • Assist with drafting materials for research papers, reports, and/or presentations
The Research Aide/Assistant will report directly to the Director of Health and Aging.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma for the Research Aide or Bachelor's degree for the Research Assistant.

Demonstrated relevant training and experience that provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills:
  • Outstanding planning, communication, & organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and problem-solve
  • Attention to details, independent working and problem-solving
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload across multiple projects
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to plan and support small group meetings
  • Knowledgeable about and interest in health promotion preferred
  • Comfort working with partners with developmental disabilities preferred
  • Knowledgeable about and interest in public-health violence prevention and response preferred
Full Time/Part Time

Full-Time, benefit eligible, unranked/non-tenure track academic position. Initial contract is 12 months beginning August 1, 2022 or ASAP.

Salary

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application Deadline

Position will remain open until filled.

Application Instructions

To be considered, you must complete the application which contains two (2) sections: 1. Name and Contact Information 2. Combine all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of at least five references) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment.

Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /,&, %, etc.).

If you need technical assistance, please call (800) 488-5288.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Vice Chancellor - Human Resources at 816-235-1621.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of this job. If you believe you may have difficulty performing any of the duties or functions of this job, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.

EEO IS THE LAW

To read more about Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) please use the following links:
UMKC Statement on Diversity

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the UMKC mission as an urban-serving institution. Kansas City is a particularly diverse city, including African, African American, Asian, German, Irish, Italian, Latino, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Native American and Slavic communities. Such ethnic diversity, in addition to our thriving neighborhoods of the Westside, Northeast Kansas City and the Eastside, fosters creativity, connection and innovation, which is showcased across the region. Major attractions such as the Annual Ethnic Enrichment Festival, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, the Filipino Cultural Center, the American Jazz Museum, Guadalupe Centers and Mattie Rhodes and Kansas City Irish Fest are a small sample of the many ways our diverse city enriches us.

For the reasons enumerated above, UMKC’s strategic plan prioritizes our commitment to multiculturalism, globalism, diversity and inclusion. The university’s values call upon its faculty, staff, students and community to position themselves as global citizens who seek out, embrace and celebrate the many benefits of diversity. UMKC received the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award in 2019 in recognition of our continued commitment to equity and inclusion. Such commitment is demonstrated across teaching, service and research. We welcome applicants to share in our commitment to these core values and know that you will quickly understand the beauty of calling Kansas City your home.

Please visit these pages to learn more about UMKC’s engagement in diversity, equity and inclusion .

Roos Advocate for Community Change

The Division of Diversity and Inclusion

Annual Report

Multicultural Student Affairs

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