Resound Research for Reproductive Health (formerly the Texas Policy Evaluation Project, TxPEP) is a multidisciplinary collaborative that evaluates the impact of policy and funding changes affecting abortion and contraception in Texas and surrounding states. Our mission is to generate knowledge that informs evidence-based abortion, contraceptive and pregnancy-related care and policies that promote more equitable reproductive healthcare. Our work is both responsive to the dynamic reproductive healthcare landscape and aims to advance long-term solutions to improve access to comprehensive care. We engage with stakeholders who work at community and advocacy organizations, healthcare providers, legal advocates and policymakers, and statewide coalitions to identify priority issues where information is needed to drive change.
Position summary: Resound Research is hiring multiple Temporary Survey Research Assistants. These are part-time positions that will support the implementation of a multisite study to understand the preferences of patients for care following their abortion. This role will be responsible for in-person study participant recruitment and enrollment at reproductive health care centers. Study sites are located in New Mexico, Kansas, Illinois, and Colorado. Work will be conducted at the site with some prior onboarding and training conducted remotely. These positions will also assist with participant incentive payments and quality assurance. The Temporary Survey Research Assistants report to the Senior Research Project Manager.
Essential duties and responsibilities
- In-person recruitment of participants at a health center, including determining interest and eligibility
- In-person enrollment of participants at a reproductive health center, including answering questions about the study’s purpose, privacy concerns, and incentive payments; conducting the informed consent process; and providing a copy of the consent document
- Facilitate patients’ successful completion of a self-administered online survey
- Document informed consent procedures and incentive payment distribution
- Adhere to strict data privacy protocols
- Monitor and maintain internal tracking systems
- Interface with health center staff
Other duties and responsibilities
- Contribute to an inclusive and supportive team-oriented work environment that values collaboration, learning, and diverse perspectives.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and experience
- Bachelor’s degree in public health, statistics, market research, psychology, social sciences, or a related field, or equivalent knowledge gained from relevant experience required.
- One (1) to two (2) years of professional experience in a related field required
- Previous participant recruitment or survey implementation experience preferred
- Experience with clinical research or research in a medical setting a plus
- Spanish-language skills strongly preferred
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Commitment to the organization’s mission to provide evidence to inform policies that promote more equitable, comprehensive reproductive healthcare.
- Comfort with approaching patients in a health care setting, introducing a research study, and assessing their interest in participating. Able to perform the tasks needed for survey research implementation.
- Comfort working in a temporary workspace in a health center
- Familiarity with research ethics and data privacy regulations. Human Subject Protection and Responsible Conduct of Research training and/or CITI Training certification a plus
- Ability to take direction and work independently
- Ability to be flexible when deadlines and/or priorities change or shift. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
- High level of computer literacy, including confidence using (or learning to use) Microsoft suite (e.g., SharePoint, Teams), online survey platforms, and other digital tools. Familiarity with online survey platforms and comfort with troubleshooting minor technical issues
Organizational relationships: The Temporary Survey Research Assistants report to the Senior Research Project Manager
Physical demands: Sitting at a computer for extended periods of time. Some travel may be required.
Work environment: This is a part-time, non-exempt position; evening and weekend hours may be needed to meet deadlines. Study recruitment will be conducted in person in clinics located in New Mexico, Kansas, Illinois, and Colorado. Candidates may ask for placement in multiple states. We follow CDC COVID-19 recommendations for vaccination and guidelines for in-person work during pandemic surges. Proof of vaccination is required to work in clinics.
Resound Research for Reproductive Health, a project of Tides Center, is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, or medical condition including acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) and AIDS-related conditions.
Research suggests that women and Black, Indigenous and people of color may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.
This position will be paid hourly at a rate of $17-25 per hour. We expect this position to require up to 150 hours over the period of 4-6 weeks.
To apply, please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter describing relevant skills and experience to research@resoundrh.org. Include “Temporary Survey Research Assistant” in the subject line. Please indicate in your cover letter which clinic location(s) you are available for. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. We will not consider incomplete applications and will only contact successful candidates.
