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Florida International University - Board of Trustees

Student Research Assistant - RCMI

Florida International University - Board of Trustees, Miami, Florida, us, 33222


Job Opening ID

533242

Location

Modesto A. Maidique Campus

Close Date

10/29/2024

About FIU

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2.

Job Summary

The Research Center in Minority Institutions (RCMI) is currently seeking a Student Assistant to perform the duties below:Assist in the day-to-day research activities of the RCMI funded project focused on the gut microbiome, sleep, and cognition.Primary duties include screening participants, scheduling and completing drop-off and pick-up of study materials at participants' homes.Complete informed consent with participants.Capture data from participants in their homes including height, weight, blood pressure, and other information as required by the project.Assist with research tasks, such as preparation, formatting, translating, and proofing of study materials including recruitment flyers, questionnaires, and other items.Assists with data storage, management, and cleaning, as needed.Coordinate recruitment events and schedule participant interviews, as needed.Assist in the preparation, formatting, and proofing of presentations, manuscripts, and literature reviews.Participate in all project-related meetings.This position requires a vehicle, and a willingness to travel throughout Miami-Dade and Broward counties (mileage reimbursement provided).Performs other related duties as required or as directed.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum: two (2) years of post-secondary education with one (1) year of experience.Preferred: BA with one (1) year of experience.Must be able to independently travel between Miami-Dade and Broward County.Must be Bilingual (Spanish/Creole).

Job Category

Student Assistant

Student Disclosure

Applicants must be currently enrolled as a student at FIU with a minimum of six (6) credits as an Undergraduate student or three (3) credits as a Graduate student during the Fall and Spring semesters.During the Summer semesters, Students need only remain enrolled and are not required to take credit hours, but cannot have graduated.Upon graduating, student employment must end.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday (flexible within the week, weekends may be necessary for dropping off and picking up supplies at participants' homes).20 hours a week.

Advertised Salary

$15.00/hour

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check: This student appointment may be subjected to a pre-employment background check.

How To Apply

Prospective Employee

: If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Disclosures

Clery Notice

: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crime statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years.Pay Transparency

: Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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