The College of Architecture invites applications for three Research Assistants - Community Health Worker to help with community-based research and survey activities. The CHW will build trust with community members, recruit participants for the study, collect survey data, and help with participant retention and follow-up. The CHW will help connect the research team with the community in a respectful, culturally sensitive, and professional way.
What You Need to Know
Compensation: $20/hourly.
Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload themonthe application under the CV/Resumesection.
Job Location: Houston, Texas.
Other Requirements and Factors:
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Required Training:
Selected candidates may be required to complete:
Human subjects research training (e.g., Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Program).
Study-specific protocol training.
A well-qualified candidate will have the following:
Knowledge of community health resources and services in Houston, Texas.
Experience with community canvasing.
Prior experience in public health or social service.
Bilingual skills (English + Spanish).
Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.
Attention to detail.
Essential Duties/Tasks
Community Engagement and Trust Building
Clearly explain the study, study procedures, and participant rights, and answer participant questions.
Attend community events and create opportunities to advertise for this study.
Build positive relationships with community members and local organizations to encourage participation in the study.
Participant Recruitment and Retention
Recruit eligible participants for the survey using approved outreach methods.
Conduct follow-up contacts and appointment reminders.
Conduct refusal conversion efforts using ethical practices.
Maintain accurate logs of contacts and recruitment activities.
Data Collection
Administer surveys following study protocols and informed consent procedures using face-to-face interviews, telephone interviews, self-administered paper surveys, self-administered tablet- or web-based surveys.
Accurately document contact attempts.
Accurately document survey responses.
Protect participant confidentiality and data security during all interactions.
Participant Gift Card Distribution and Tracking
Data Management and Uploading
Team Collaboration
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and performance assessment activities.
Communicate regularly with supervisors about field activities, participant concerns, and project issues.
Assist with community outreach events and other project-related activities as needed.
Who We Are
TheCollegeof Architectureat Texas A&M University offers undergraduate and graduate professional programs to prepare individuals to enter the professions of architecture, landscape architecture, construction management, urban and regionalplanningand visualization. As the only department of its kind in the nation,TheDepartment of Landscape Architecture & Urban Planning (LAUP)at Texas A&M encompasses an unmatched set of degree programs in three distinct, but related disciplines:
Landscape Architecture:The planning, design, management, and nurturing of the built and natural environments coupling advanced and traditional digital, virtual, and analog methods
Urban Planning:A community engagement driven, systematic, and creative process which influences the future of neighborhoods, cities, regions, rural and metropolitan areas
We plan, design and develop places, through a unique, evidence-based approach which enhances and protects the natural and built environments. The Mission of LAUP is to create and disseminate knowledge and skills to enhance functional, healthy, sustainable, and resilient built and natural virtual environments through instruction, research, professional practice, and service in landscape architecture, urban planning, land development, and allied disciplines. To learn more, visit us at:https://www.arch.tamu.edu/laup.
Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.