Graduate Research Assistant

Description

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

Stu04574P

Home Org Name

Nursing

Division Name

College of Nursing

Position Title

Graduate Research Assistant

Working Title (if different from Position Title)

Job Summary

Graduate research assistants (GRAs) are students who, in the course of their academic training, are employed in part-time or temporary research positions, where the student's academic training is based in part on the research performed or where the research duties being performed will assist the student in fulfilling his or her degree requirements. All duties and services of GRAs are to be carried out under the supervision and direction of faculty or administration. A GRA is an aid to a researcher in terms of investigations, exploration, and inquires regarding a particular subject matter. In the performance of their duties, they must abide and adhere to the graduation and instruction criteria and policies established by the College of Nursing. All duties and services of the Research Assistant are to be carried out under the supervision and direction of Associate Dean for Research (ADR). The Research Assistant is an integrated part of the ADR's office and will assist with advancing CON's research mission.

Essential Functions

• Conduct literature reviews.
• Prepare interview questionnaires and survey.
• Coordinate research activities.
• Recruit and/or interview subjects, and maintain accurate records of interviews and clinical data, safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects as necessary.
• Collate information and enter and analyze data.
• Prepare materials needed for research seminars and conferences.
• Summarize project results.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Enrolled as an Auburn University graduate student.
• A Master's or Doctoral degree in science or health discipline.

Expectations :

• Experience working with patient populations and recruitment.
• Excellent organization skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience with clinical trials or funded research projects.
• Experience with specialized software or data sets as required by the ADR.

Preferred Qualifications

Pay Rate

Ranges on experience and qualifications from $808 to $1,800/month

Work Hours

20 hours/week

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

AL

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date

07/11/2025

Closing Date

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