Research Assistant in Medicine

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

The research assistants will help: plan the details of the study; ask people if they want to take part in the study (recruitment); talk to people and take notes (interviews); go to work with people, talk to people there, and take notes; keep notes and details about people safe and private; find key topics in the interviews and notes (data analysis); and, create reports of the results of the study

The research assistants will also:  learn about the study plan and key topics we found so far; get training in research methods and research ethics; and, follow research ethics rules.

Desired Qualifications

Knowledge of autism and what it is like to be autistic.  Previous experience working as part of a research project.  Ability to travel around state.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Cover letter and resume

Work Hours

ON-CALL

Website

https://bioethics.msu.edu/

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.