Research Assistant

Title

Research Assistant

Department Summary

Bridgewater State Universitys School of Social Work offers the largest bachelors in social work program in Massachusetts along with a popular masters in social work program - both of which are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. With a curriculum grounded in service learning, BSUs social work programs offer intensive fieldwork and mentoring by our accomplished faculty.

Position Summary

The School of Social Work is an innovative a department that aligns with the professions six core values with emphasis on those of service and social justice. In doing so, members of the faculty are often invited to participate in research projects with agencies serving the community. One such project involves an exploration of the Plymouth County DA Comfort Dogs Program. This research project encompasses all stages of a research project and requires the support of a research assistant.

Position Type

Temporary

Essential Duties

In this role you will have the opportunity to :

• Locate, obtain, review, and analyze existing literature on the animal assisted interventions
• Identify data collection tools.
• Participate in sample recruitment.
• Participate in informed consent process.
• Participate in data collection, analysis and document creation.
• Provide administrative support for various tasks involved in research project including but not limited to telephone, email, virtual communication, focus group meetings, survey distribution, and document preparation as needed.

Required Qualifications

The University considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Work Environment

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Special Conditions for Eligibility

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.

EEO Statement

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hourly Rate (Non-Exempt)

$25

Posting Number

T02316P

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position :