Research Latino Immigrant/Refugee Health Disparities [Research Assistant]

Adelante Intervention
Professor Sean D. Cleary
The Project: The Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, in collaboration with the Department of Prevention & Community Health, of the Milken Institute School of Public Health has been funded by the National Institute of Minority Health and Health Disparities/NIH to establish a Research Center on Latino Immigrant/Refugee Health Disparities, the Avance Center. The community-based intervention, Adelante, addresses a complex of contributing factors for substance abuse and co-occurring health issues (including family/partner violence, sexual risk, and youth violence). The Department is seeking multple undergraduate Research Assistants to assist in conducting this research. Periodic attendance at meetings and conduct of fieldwork in the community and at Prince George’s County middle and high schools where student cohorts are established is required. Spanish proficiency is preferred but not required.
Research Assistant Tasks: Tasks will include but are not limited to the following: assist the PI and staff with development of surveys, collection of data, and tracking participants, coordinate and participate in meetings with staff, community advisors, and participants; web-based activities and outreach; literature reviews; data cleaning documentation; create tables and graphics for publications all depending on the skills of the applicant.
Time Commitment: 7-9 hours per week
Credit Hour Options: Varies
Application Requirements: If you are interested in being considered for an RA position, please submit a cover letter and résumé via email to Sean D. Cleary, PhD, MPH.
Contact Email: sdcleary@gwu.edu