Temporary Research Program Coordinator

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

The CPHSW School of Social Work is currently seeking a Temporary Research Program Coordinator to join their team of professionals.

Duties

• Training of team members in home visit and cognitive testing procedures
• 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
• Assist with research tasks, such as preparation, formatting, translating, and proofing of study materials including recruitment flyers, questionnaires, and other items.
• Handling of biospecimens
• Assists with data storage, management, and cleaning, as needed.
• Cook up recruitment events and schedule participant interviews, as needed.
• Aid in the preparation, formatting, and proofing of presentations, manuscripts, and literature reviews.
• Participate in all project-related meetings.
• Supervise 3-4 student research assistants

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday
Hours may vary

Advertised Salary

$24.00 per hour

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Criminal Background Check
• Fingerprinting Check

Temporary Disclosure

As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g., paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement).

Pay Transparency

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