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Position Summary

The Prevention Research Center (PRC) is looking for a part-time, Research Assistant who will work within an on-going Tribal health policy research study. There is no travel for this hybrid role. The pay for this position is $20 per hour. This staff person will work 4 hours per week.

Job Requirements

• 18 of age or older
• Eligible to work for any employer in the USA
• Background experience in Tribal health, Tribal law and policy, and/or Tribal social administration
• Well organized and able to work independently as well as in a team, with demonstrated ability to work respectfully with Tribal officials, following Tribally-appropriate protocols and procedures
• Detail oriented, able to accurately analyze information and provide reports to the project staff in a timely manner.
• Prior experience in Tribal behavioral health and/or law research and practice highly desirable
• Bilingual/bicultural preferred
• Applicants may work on their own time for some tasks; however some tasks may involve coordinating with Tribal leaders schedules (generally M-F 9 am to 5pm across various US time zones).

Some Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinating with project directors to support analyses of Tribal laws and policies concerning health and safety
• Coordinating with Tribal leadership to schedule and complete data collection
• Support reporting to Tribal leaders
• Attending staff meetings and assigned trainings

To apply for this position, visit https://pirecareers.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/280

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