CARA Intern

Virginia Commonwealth University   Richmond, VA   Full-time     Other
Posted on April 22, 2024
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Virginia Commonwealth University

We are the university for Virginia. We know that the unique backgrounds and life experiences of the VCU community are what drive the university forward. Together, we're forging a future that is built by us. Here, artists and engineers, doctors and designers come together to reimagine the human experience and tackle the problems of tomorrow. It's this mindset that makes us one of the top 20 most innovative public universities in the country, according to U.S. News & World Report.

The VCU Cohort and Registries Administration (CARA) Core is looking for a summer 2024 intern. This position would be responsible for supporting the informatics and research roles of the core.

The intern would be responsible for supporting any of the following tasks:
  • Development and implementation of a publicly facing data dashboard on available Mid-Atlantic Twin Registry (MATR) data
  • Managing activities to successful launch and implement a new Twin Advisory Board
  • Managing activities of an Executive Steering Committee of Researchers
  • Supporting team activities in grant development
Required qualifications
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to conduct and prioritize multiple competing tasks.
  • Some training in public health concepts and epidemiological methods is preferred.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting.
  • Ability to conduct and prioritize multiple competing tasks.
  • Detail-oriented, conscientious, and organized with excellent time management skills.
  • Ability to think independently and critically.
  • Prior experience in R as well as SAS. Early users of these tools who have a willingness to learn are welcome to apply.
Applicants are asked to send applications to Ms. Emily Lilley, CARA Core Administrator, cara@vcu.edu. Please include a cover letter indicating your interest and a summary of your prior experiences/skills are a good match with the position needs. Additionally, please attach a CV. For more information on the CARA Core, please visit https://research.vcu.edu/cores/cara/

Salary Range: $17-$20/hr

Position Details:

Department: VP for Research and Innovation
Employment Type: H1 - Hourly
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 50%
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Emily Lilley

Contact Email: cara@vcu.edu

Virginia Commonwealth University

Richmond , VA
https://www.vcu.edu/about-vcu/