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Job Title:	Research Assistant: Air Monitoring/Smoke-Free Homes Study
Company:	Center for Behavioral Epidemiology & Community Health, SDSU
Location:	Sky Park Court, Kearny Mesa
Description:	Under the supervision of the project co-director, the research assistant will be involved in all aspects of focus group research on the use of air monitoring and feedback in homes to promote smoke-free homes. This is a paid, part-time, temporary position 3-4 months in duration with the possibility of other research opportunities in the center once this position ends, depending on the needs of the ongoing research studies Variable numbers of hours (~5-10 hours/week over the course of the next 3-4 months) Assist with translation of data collection materials into Spanish Screen and recruit study participants Schedule, organize and set-up for focus groups Data collection Note-taking, transcribing and translating of focus group discussions Other research tasks as needed (e.g., obtaining/organizing literature from library/internet) Administrative tasks and other tasks related to the study Report writing
Requirements:	BS or MPH degree or related science/health care degree preferred (or in progress) Must be able to work 5-10 hours per week in the office while not working in the field (WIC sites). Some weekend hours may be required Weekly meetings are required Reliable transportation and proof of insurance Preferred Skills: Fluency in English and Spanish Prior experience or knowledge of focus groups is a plus, but not required Excellent communication skills Proficient in the use of the computer, Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint Typing skills Well organized with attention to detail Dependable and able to meet deadlines Interested in gaining research experience Professional demeanor Initiative
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To Apply:	If you are interested, please email your resume with a cover letter stating why you are interested in the position and your relevant qualifications, directly to Dr. Hughes at shughes@projects.sdsu.edu, ASAP or by September 1, 2009.