Research Assistant - Graduates - Health Promotion Research Center
Description:
The Health Promotion Research Center (HPRC), housed in the UW Department of Health Services, has an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Research Assistant to support and coordinate project management activities for a 12-month project funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to increase demand for COVID-19 vaccines in our region. The Partnership for Vaccine Confidence (PAvC) project started in May 2021 and will end in May 2022.
The HPRC is one of 26 Prevention Research Centers funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. HPRC conducts community-based research that promotes the health and well-being of middle-aged and older adults, particularly those most at risk of health disparities. Our projects include research and program dissemination in the areas of older adult physical activity and mental health, cancer prevention and control, and workplace health promotion.
The responsibilities of this position include supporting community engagement and research activities related to increasing the accessibility of the COVID-19 vaccine. The Research Assistant will maintain a “data archive” which houses relevant academic and grey literature, community resources, and other information sources related to the PAvC project. Additionally, the Research Assistant will support communications and goals of the Access core team, which focuses on increasing COVID-19 vaccine accessibility.
Additional Details:Hours per week (approx.): 10
Minimum Education Required:
- Current Master’s student
Required Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:
- Lived and/or professional experience working with underserved communities
- Proficient in Microsoft and google suite
- Proficient on Health Sciences scientific databases for literature searches
- Experience conducting literature reviews
- Experience in scientific writing
- Excellent writing skills
Desired:
- Experience with hosting interviews and/or focus groups
- Experience with data collection and management
- Experience with data analysis
To Apply: Go to https://forms.gle/x9b2LUdCpbSKPtj59, complete the form, and upload the requested materials:
- Current UW transcript (unofficial, PDF)
- Resume or CV
Please label all of your documents with your last name first. Questions can be directed to Hellen Mwithiga (mhellen@uw.edu).
Deadline: Submit your application materials by September 21, 2021.