Research Interviewer - REVISED
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December 21, 2024 Growing Strong Research Interviewer Job Description REVISEDsee here: ABOUT: The Samuels Group, a social science research firm is playing key roles in an experimental intervention in New York City, Growing Strong, to reduce the time homeless families with babies spend in shelter. SUMMARY: This position of Research Interviewer is best filled by a highly motivated, independent PhD student seeking research experience working on an innovative study that seeks to reduce the time homeless families in NYC are in shelter. People of color, bilingual Spanish/English students and those committed to the goals of fully addressing the issues of housing instability and homelessness are strongly encouraged to apply. Training in human services and social policy research is also highly valued. At this time, we are seeking to hire 1 additional research interviewer, preferably who resides in Brooklyn, NY. Candidates who are fluent in written and speaking Spanish are STRONGLY encouraged to apply. This position is currently funded for 2 years and will be hired on a contract basis. The research team requests a minimum 6 month commitment to this position. The Research Interviewer will be paid $35/hour, for a minimum of 20 hours per week. In addition, the Research Interviewer will be provided with an iPad connected to the cellular network and a $25 monthly cell phone usage reimbursement and funds for a monthly MetroCard. There are no other benefits associated with this contract position. The Research Interviewer will be directly supervised by an experienced Research Manager and have the opportunity for mentorship from Judith Samuels, MBA, PhD as well as other members of the research team at Vanderbilt University. The Research Interviewers will conduct survey interviews, often in person with families experiencing homelessness. In addition, some qualitative narrative interviews may be conducted, also with families experiencing homelessness.POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Educational background: Currently enrolled in a PhD program or complete Matters Degree related to the project's social science and policy goals. Experience: ● Personal lived expertise related to the NYC homeless services system is a plus. ● Experience conducting research interviews both survey and qualitative ● Past work on policy-oriented research is preferred. Skills required: ● Certificate in Human Subjects training ● Interest in understanding the issues related to homelessness and the NYC homeless service sector. ● Ability to conduct research interviews, both survey and narrative ● Excellent organizational skills ● Demonstrated successful team player on collaborative projects.