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This position will provide support to the University of Wisconsin Survey Center Mail and Data Entry (M&DE) Supervisor for primarily the PRAMS study conducted in Wisconsin and Oregon. The Research Coordinator position will have the specific responsibility of managing the PRAMS studies and staying up to date on CDC trainings and project protocol. The M&DE department provides mail and data entry services for all University of Wisconsin Survey Center projects. This includes preparation and assembly of complex mailings, handling and tracking monetary incentives and postage, CASES instrument debugging, data entry into Access databases, and planning and organization of the various projects in the field that utilize self-administered questionnaires. This position will be responsible for all PRAMS mailings as well as receipt and updating of returned questionnaires in the project database, respondent contact information updating, and other administrative tasks. The position serves as a backup to the M&DE department Supervisor and will share responsibility in meeting M&DE production goals and overseeing quality control. Proficiency in Access, including ability to develop queries is desired but not required. As a Lead Worker this position occasionally oversees and assigns work to student hourly production staff. Managing daily work assignments, training on project protocols, answering questions from production staff, and maintaining production schedules are part of the tasks of this position.
Responsibilities:Supports the development, design, and implementation of research projects according to plans, under the general direction of faculty and/or senior research personnel, following established protocols and guidelines to support and advance research in a given field under general supervision.
- 60% Assists with conducting experiments or interviews, collecting and analyzing data, and documenting results according to established protocols
- 5% Assists in composing and organizing research reports and manuscripts to provide updates on unit objectives
- 5% Schedules logistics and secures resources for research supplies, equipment, and facilities
- 5% Tracks supply and equipment inventory levels and places replenishment orders
- 5% Maintains organization of research records according to established policies and procedures
- 20% Serve in the capacity of Lead Worker for the UW Survey Center, including overseeing other Research Coordinators performing social science data collection
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Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Required:
Demonstrated proficiency in detail-oriented work.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks such as assembly of letters for social science research in a consistent and timely manner that allows us to meet project deadlines.
Preferred:
Experience in a mail room setting, in survey research, incentive handling.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
M-F 9am-5:30pm
Work Type:Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:Minimum $17.55 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
The expected salary range for this position is $17.55 up to $25.05 for highly experienced
candidates. The full salary range is $17.55 to $32.55. Actual pay will depend on experience and qualifications.
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits.
Please click on the \\\"Apply Now\\\" button to start the application process.
For questions on the position, contact: Steve Coombs scoombs@ssc.wisc.edu or Carrie Barrett cbarrett@ssc.wisc.edu.
To apply for this position you will need to upload a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three professional references, including your current supervisor. References will not be contacted without advance notice.
Your cover letter should address your qualifications as they pertain to the qualifications listed above.
Magda Danielson
mdanielson4@wisc.edu
608-890-0111
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Research Coordinator(RE034)
Department(s):A48-COL OF LETTERS & SCIENCE/UW SURVEY CENTER/UW SURVEY
Employment Class:University Staff-Ongoing
Job Number:292333-CP
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