Job Description:

The Research Interviewer position will support the Survey Research Center (SRC) at the Brown University School of Public Health in conducting high quality survey research.  The SRC is dedicated to conducting survey research in partnerships with university and hospital-based faculty and administrators, state and local government agencies, and nonprofit organizations. Research activities for this position will include recruitment, telephone interviews, mailed surveys, and in-person interviews.  Interviews may be with children, adolescents, adults, seniors, and members of multiple cultural and ethnic groups. In addition, research activities will be conducted in multiple locations such as participants♠homes, health care settings, and community-based locations.

Major Responsibilities include: Conduct structured research surveys/interviews with study participants, Assist with various tasks related to study enrollment and completion, Data entry and safeguard the integrity of survey data and other tasks are assigned.

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Education and Experience

• Associates Degree plus 2-3 years of related experience, or equivalent education/work experience, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Experience with human subjectsâ™ research; in-person interviewing preferred, Bi-Lingual or Spanish preferred
• Experience in using computers/technology, including competent use of MS Office products (Word, Excel) and databases plus willingness to learn new software applications and technologies; REDCap experience preferred.

Job Competencies

• Excellent oral, telephone and written communication skills, especially one-on-one communication skills
• Good with people; ability to be at ease with strangers, culturally sensitive, and able to readily establish professional rapport
• Strong attention to detail, superior work ethic, professionalism, and organizational skills
• Ability to closely follow study protocol and enter data accurately
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effort to meet project goals
• Must provide own transportation to research site
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed
• Possess a willingness and ability to support and promote a diverse and inclusive campus community

Background check: Criminal and Education required

This is a fixed-term position with a current end date 9/30/21. All fixed-term positions can be renewed if funding is available

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Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

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EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

Brown University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community; as an EEO/AA employer, Brown considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, race, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.