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Student Assistant - Social Sciences Research Assistant (Summer 2022)

Georgia Tech
United States, Georgia, Savannah
July 29, 2022
Job ID 242887 Location Statesboro, Georgia;Georgia Southern - Savannah Full/Part Time Part-Time Regular/Temporary Temporary About Us Join Our Team at Georgia Southern! Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds! Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world. Location Position avaliable on either the Statesboro or Armstong campuses Department Information Department of Political Science and International Studies Job Summary The Student Assistant will support the Political Science and International Studies department as a Research Assistant beginning Summer 2022. The Research Assistant will assist faculty on the project titled "The Effect of Detention and Legal Uncertainty on Immigrant Integration" by supporting data collection, administration, and analysis. Student employees cannot work more than 1300 hours in a 12-consecutive month period. Georgia Southern University is a tobacco and smoke-free community. All faculty, staff, and students must adhere to the established University System of Georgia policy. Responsibilities Recruits research participants Sets up interview times Assists with conducting interviews/focus groups Coordinates with community partners Distributes online surveys Transcribes interviews in Spanish Translates interviews from Spanish to English Assists with data analysis Conducts review of the literature Maintains data bases Maintains communication with faculty researchers about the next steps in the project Tracks hours Completes outlined work Shift Specifics: Up to 20 hours per week Flexible with schedule of availability Duties may be completed remotely Required Qualifications Educational Requirements Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Education Pursing an Undergraduate degree, or completed undergraduate classwork, in the social sciences, foreign language, or related fields Preferred Experience Past or personal experience working with, or knowledge acquired about, the situation of, immigrants and/or refugees, especially of Latin American origin Experience in maintaining databases as well as qualitative and quantitative research techniques Preferred Skills Knowledge of or a native speaker in Spanish Proposed Salary $15.00 per hour Required Documents to Attach Schedule of availability Resume Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to work well in a diverse and inclusive environment through commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion Proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases KNOWLEDGE Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success SKILLS Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills Apply Before Date July 29, 2022 Contact Information For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at . For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or . Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University. Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University. Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community. Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947. Background Check Standard Other Information Believing that diversity, equity, and inclusion contribute to excellence in the workplace and to the quality of the University's academic environment, Georgia Southern University is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse faculty and staff to support, promote, and serve a diverse student body and promote Inclusive Excellence. Candidates from underrepresented groups, whose work furthers the institution's Inclusive Excellence goals, and who bring to campus varied life experiences, perspectives and backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.