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Form of workTITLE OF INTERNSHIP:Research Assistant Intern (Part-time)
INTERNSHIP SUPERVISOR: Senior Advisor, Social Behavioral Science Research
LOCATION: Washington, DC
ASSIGNMENT LENGTH: 6 months
INTERNSHIP SUMMARY: The Population Council's Social and Behavioral Science Research division seeks a part-time intern (15-19 hours/week) to provide administrative and research support to the study Adapting and piloting a group intervention to address intersectional stigmas, and support shared resiliency and HIV wellness, among Black sexual minority men in Washington DC ( funded through the DC-Center for AIDS Research via NIH). The intern will be responsible for tracking of study activities, providing research support, and quality assurance of research and intervention activities, working closely with investigators / staff from the Population Council as well as community-based organization partners (e.g., Us Helping Us).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Support study coordination activities, including tracking of study activities and deliverables and helping organize study team meetings
2. Support preparation of study materials, including the intervention curriculum, qualitative interview/focus group discussion guides, and surveys
3. Support communication with study participants (approx. 150 total)
4. Organize qualitative data, and support qualitative data analysis
QUALIFICATIONS:
We understand that there are many paths to acquiring expertise and experience and strong candidates may not have every qualification listed here. We encourage applications from individuals with diverse and/or nontraditional backgrounds who bring passion, skills, and experience in many or most of these areas.
1. Bachelors degree and at least 1-3 years of experience; student in masters/PhD program in public health or related field preferred
2. Demonstrated project/study management skills
3. Good interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team
4. Availability to attend study-related activities at community sites in the Washington, DC area, including Northwest DC and Prince George's County, MD.
5. Experience with HIV prevention/care topical area, and working with sexual and gender minority populations, preferred
6. Experience with qualitative data analysis preferred
Hourly rate between $18 - 25 per hour, depending on knowledge, skills, and experience.
We strive to provide an environment of professional growth and development.
Application Deadline: November 30, 2023
When applying through the web portal please attach your CV and Cover Letter in Word or PDF format.
The Council requires all U.S. based staff, interns and fellows to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. New staff members must verify vaccination at the time of hire. Exemptions will only be considered for medical reasons and sincerely held religious beliefs. Exemptions are not guaranteed and must be discussed with Human Resources.
The Population Council is an international, nonprofit, nongovernmental institution that seeks to improve the well-being and reproductive health of current and future generations around the world and to help achieve a humane, equitable, and sustainable balance between people and resources. The Council conducts biomedical, social science, and public health research and helps build research capacities in developing countries. Established in 1952, the Council is governed by an international board of trustees. Its New York headquarters supports a global network of country offices. We are seeking an individual to fill the position described. If you know of a qualified candidate or are interested in this position, please apply at: http://www.popcouncil.org/employment/index.asp .
The Population Council provides equal opportunity; it does not discriminate against any person with regard to age, color, creed, national origin, disability, political belief, veteran status, religion, marital status, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Decisions on employment are based on an individual's qualifications as related to the position for which they are being considered. The Council especially encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups including but not limited to Black people and people of African descent, Indigenous people, people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, including people who identify as transgender, non-binary, or gender expansive, people with disabilities, first-generation college graduates, and those from communities with the most to gain from expanded access to sexual and reproductive health services and information. The Population Council is international in the composition of its board of trustees and its staff, as well as in the nature and deployment of its activities.
INTERNSHIP SUPERVISOR: Senior Advisor, Social Behavioral Science Research
LOCATION: Washington, DC
ASSIGNMENT LENGTH: 6 months
INTERNSHIP SUMMARY: The Population Council's Social and Behavioral Science Research division seeks a part-time intern (15-19 hours/week) to provide administrative and research support to the study Adapting and piloting a group intervention to address intersectional stigmas, and support shared resiliency and HIV wellness, among Black sexual minority men in Washington DC ( funded through the DC-Center for AIDS Research via NIH). The intern will be responsible for tracking of study activities, providing research support, and quality assurance of research and intervention activities, working closely with investigators / staff from the Population Council as well as community-based organization partners (e.g., Us Helping Us).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Support study coordination activities, including tracking of study activities and deliverables and helping organize study team meetings
2. Support preparation of study materials, including the intervention curriculum, qualitative interview/focus group discussion guides, and surveys
3. Support communication with study participants (approx. 150 total)
4. Organize qualitative data, and support qualitative data analysis
QUALIFICATIONS:
We understand that there are many paths to acquiring expertise and experience and strong candidates may not have every qualification listed here. We encourage applications from individuals with diverse and/or nontraditional backgrounds who bring passion, skills, and experience in many or most of these areas.
1. Bachelors degree and at least 1-3 years of experience; student in masters/PhD program in public health or related field preferred
2. Demonstrated project/study management skills
3. Good interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team
4. Availability to attend study-related activities at community sites in the Washington, DC area, including Northwest DC and Prince George's County, MD.
5. Experience with HIV prevention/care topical area, and working with sexual and gender minority populations, preferred
6. Experience with qualitative data analysis preferred
Hourly rate between $18 - 25 per hour, depending on knowledge, skills, and experience.
We strive to provide an environment of professional growth and development.
Application Deadline: November 30, 2023
When applying through the web portal please attach your CV and Cover Letter in Word or PDF format.
The Council requires all U.S. based staff, interns and fellows to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. New staff members must verify vaccination at the time of hire. Exemptions will only be considered for medical reasons and sincerely held religious beliefs. Exemptions are not guaranteed and must be discussed with Human Resources.
The Population Council is an international, nonprofit, nongovernmental institution that seeks to improve the well-being and reproductive health of current and future generations around the world and to help achieve a humane, equitable, and sustainable balance between people and resources. The Council conducts biomedical, social science, and public health research and helps build research capacities in developing countries. Established in 1952, the Council is governed by an international board of trustees. Its New York headquarters supports a global network of country offices. We are seeking an individual to fill the position described. If you know of a qualified candidate or are interested in this position, please apply at: http://www.popcouncil.org/employment/index.asp .
The Population Council provides equal opportunity; it does not discriminate against any person with regard to age, color, creed, national origin, disability, political belief, veteran status, religion, marital status, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Decisions on employment are based on an individual's qualifications as related to the position for which they are being considered. The Council especially encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups including but not limited to Black people and people of African descent, Indigenous people, people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, including people who identify as transgender, non-binary, or gender expansive, people with disabilities, first-generation college graduates, and those from communities with the most to gain from expanded access to sexual and reproductive health services and information. The Population Council is international in the composition of its board of trustees and its staff, as well as in the nature and deployment of its activities.
