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Employer Name: Columbia University

Job Type: Short Term Casual Bargaining Unit: Regular/Temporary: Temporary End Date if Temporary: Hours Per Week: 10 Standard Work Schedule: Building: Salary Range: $22-$22 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary The School of Nursing is looking to hire a Student Research Worker to serve as an interviewer and recruiter on Dr. Walter Bockting?s NIH-funded study focused on social connectedness and health of trans and nonbinary people of color. Specifically, the incumbent will be tasked with supporting participant recruitment (in-person and online) throughout New York City, scheduling study visits, conducting qualitative and quantitative interviews, obtaining saliva samples, and conducting qualitative analysis of interview transcripts. The incumbent will also be asked to assist with protocol and instrument development, and dissemination to scientific and community stakeholders. Responsibilities Responsibilities will include: Assist with participant recruitment through in-person and online outreach; Support with participant screening, enrollment, and study visit scheduling; Assisting with qualitative and quantitative data collection, cleaning, and preparation; Supporting with participant saliva sample collection during study visits; Assist with coding and analysis of qualitative research data; Support with monitoring study databases; Assist with manuscript preparation and submission, including conducting literature searches, manuscript writing and manuscript submissions; Supporting with administrative tasks including IRB submission/revisions; Attending all research related meetings; Working closely with sites and study personnel and; Performing other duties as assigned. This is a grant funded position. Continued employment is based on availability of funding. Minimum Qualifications Requires at least a bachelor?s degree and must be a currently enrolled Columbia student. Preferred Qualifications Experience conducting and coding qualitative interviews. Knowledge and familiarity with trans and nonbinary and BIPOC communities. Previous quantitative research experience is desired. Computer fluency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and familiarity with software programs for qualitative data analysis (e.g., Dedoose). Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Ability to work well in a team. Statistical and database management experience desired. At least one year of related experience, or equivalent in education, training and experience. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is highly desirable. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.