Research Assistant

$41,662 - $41,662/Yr

Virginia Tech - Blacksburg, VA

Part-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Blacksburg, VA

10,001+ employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Institute for Society, Culture and Environment at Virginia Tech is seeking a dedicated research assistant to contribute to an NIH-funded project focused on understanding the service use, barriers, and needs of persons with dementia and their extended family caregivers. This role is pivotal in recruiting, screening, and scheduling interviews with study participants, specifically family caregivers of individuals living with dementia. The research assistant will conduct telephone interviews, ensuring that the voices and experiences of caregivers are accurately captured and represented. Following the interviews, the assistant will be responsible for preparing comprehensive written summaries that synthesize the findings and insights gathered during these discussions. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team of experts in gerontological research, which includes professional staff and students. This position not only offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful research but also to develop skills in qualitative data collection and analysis. The research assistant will be expected to work independently, demonstrating the ability to carry out assigned tasks with limited direct supervision. Additionally, the role may require working evenings and weekends, reflecting the needs of the study participants and the project timeline. This position is part-time and offers a flexible work schedule, with weekly hours ranging from 20 to 30, depending on project demands. The research assistant will also have the opportunity to engage in hybrid work arrangements, allowing for a balance between remote and in-person responsibilities. The role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about research and eager to contribute to a project that aims to improve the lives of those affected by dementia and their caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting study participants for the research project.
• Screening and scheduling interviews with family caregivers of persons living with dementia.
• Conducting telephone interviews with family caregivers.
• Preparing written summaries of the interviews conducted.
• Collaborating with a team of experts in gerontological research.
• Assisting in the preparation of research summaries and recruitment materials.
• Creating social media postings related to the project.
• Preparing conference presentations and writing empirical-based manuscripts.

Requirements

• Coursework or degree in a relevant field.
• Experience working as a team member on multi-faceted, federally-funded research projects.
• Experience conducting telephone interviews with family caregivers of persons living with dementia.
• Proficient in the use of RedCap, Microsoft Office, Electronic Media, and Engines.
• Experience preparing research summaries, recruitment materials, and social media postings.
• Experience preparing conference presentations and writing empirical-based manuscripts.
• Demonstrated ability to carry out assigned tasks with limited direct supervision.
• Ability to work periods of eight consecutive evenings, including weekends.

Benefits

• Hourly wage starting at $20.03/hour, commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid work arrangements available.
• Flexible work schedule with 20-30 hours per week depending on project work.