Research Assistant (Staff Wage)

This is a 20 hour/week position supporting research efforts in the School of Medicine, Department of Public Health Sciences at the Institute of Law, Psychiatry and Public Policy. The Research Assistant will be integrally involved in mental health law reform projects, with a focus on firearm restraining order policy and implementation. The RA will assist with literature reviews, meetings with our collaborators, developing resources, collecting data via coding legal materials and interviews with stakeholders, and preparing grant proposals.

This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029 .

To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current CV/resume and cover letter . Search on requisition number: R0083884 .

Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website .

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will also require an Education Verification and Health Screening.

Questions related to the application process may be directed to Jen Krahn, Sr. HR Generalist, at jak8w@virginia.edu.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's degree in related field.

Experience: None.

Licensure: None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .