Research Associate
Responsibilities
- Develops or assists in the development of complex project proposals, plans, and protocols.
- Conducts non-routine experiments, investigations and/or studies related to programs and projects in pursuit of new knowledge, techniques and concepts.
- Captures data/samples related to others' research and in complex cases.
- Records, compiles, processes and analyzes data/samples.
- Documents results and observations in writing as well as presenting results to others.
- May prepare research results for publication or presentation at conferences to include performing literature reviews and writing results and discussions.
- Maintains project budgets and/or coordinates funding.
Qualifications
- Master's Degree in content specific area of research.
Benefits
Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funding.
Pay
The pay range for this position is not specified.
Schedule
The schedule for this position is not specified.
About the Role
Auburn University is seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to support applied research and outreach initiatives within the research group of Dr. Adam Rabinowitz in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology in collaboration with Dr. Joel Cuffey, Dr. Ryan Thomson, and other faculty. This position will contribute to interdisciplinary projects examining economic development and public policy relevant to rural communities. The Research Associate will assist with data collection, analysis, report writing, and stakeholder engagement to inform research and extension programming in support of multiple sponsored programs. This is an in-person position located in Auburn, AL.
Skills
N/A
Requirements
Master's Degree in content specific area of research.