SE- Research Assistant, First Responder Training

Summary

The First Responder Training Research Assistant supports Barry University's statewide First Responder Suicide Readiness Training initiative through research, curriculum review, program evaluation, and scholarly activities. Under faculty supervision, the position assists with literature reviews, research data management, instructional material review, and the development of scholarly publications and presentations. This grant-funded student employment opportunity provides hands-on research experience and collaboration on projects focused on suicide prevention, first responder mental health, and training effectiveness. The position is expected to end on June 30, 2027, unless grant funding is renewed.

This position is Hybrid (In-Person/Remote)

Essential Functions

• Conduct scholarly literature reviews and summarize research findings related to suicide prevention, first responder mental health, and evidence-based practices.
• Review training materials and curriculum documents to ensure accuracy, consistency, quality, and alignment with learning objectives.
• Assist with research and program evaluation activities, including data collection, organization, quality assurance, and reporting.
• Support the development of scholarly manuscripts, conference presentations, reports, and other research dissemination materials.
• Maintain organized research records, project documentation, and files while supporting research-related activities and project deliverables.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in a graduate program in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Public Health, Health Sciences, Education, or a related field.
• Ability to locate, evaluate, and summarize scholarly literature and research findings.
• Strong written communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise professional judgment, and meet established deadlines in a research environment.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

About Us

Barry University is a private Catholic institution with a history of academic excellence. Founded in 1940 by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, Barry University now offers more than 100 undergraduate, master, professional, and doctoral degree programs. Barry University provides a nurturing environment built on strong values, mutual respect, and collaborative service to the community.

The University seeks to recruit and retain a diverse group of student-centered faculty and staff who are dedicated to activities that enhance the quality of University life. The Barry experience fosters individual and communal transformation where learning leads to knowledge and truth, reflection leads to informed action, and a commitment to social justice leads to collaborative service.

Barry University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability status or veteran status. This policy applies to students, employees, applicants and trustees with respect to participation in any program, benefit, activity or student/employment opportunity offered by the University. Every member of the University community is expected to uphold this policy as a matter of mutual respect and fundamental fairness in human relations. Every student of this institution has a responsibility to conduct himself/herself in accordance with this policy as a condition of enrollment. Further, every University employee has an obligation to observe Barry University policies and implementation of federal and state law as a term of employment. No person shall be retaliated against for reporting violations or concerns about prohibited discrimination or bias through appropriate University channels.