Hourly Project Assistant II JR-0001074

Overview

Job Description:

Responsibilities

Health Research Inc. is seeking an Hourly Project Assistant II to join the Department of Health’s Center for Environmental Health (CEH) Outreach and Education Group. The incumbent will work in project teams with Center for Environmental Health subject matter experts and Outreach and Education Staff to support the following projects:

Help maintain webpage content on injury prevention and environmental health topics.
Identify audiences, messaging and materials about environmental health and injury prevention topics.
Conduct data entry and literature review efforts in support ongoing educational research projects.
Minimum Qualifications

Undergraduate or graduate student currently enrolled in a Public Health or Environmental Health program.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience using Adobe Creative Suites InDesign, Photoshop, and Dreamweaver and MS Office Suite.
An associate’s degree or greater in a related field
Demonstrated, strong and creative communication skills including experience developing both written content and supporting graphics.
Experience conducting literature reviews in support of research projects.
Experience with html coding and graphic design software.
Conditions of Employment
Grant funded, hourly position expected to last through 12/16/2024. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.

Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting will be available.

Travel, up to 10%, will be required.

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.

HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of nondiscrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans

www.healthresearch.org

About Health Research, Inc.

Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRI plays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.

HRI offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

Health, dental and vision insurance – Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;
Flexible benefit accounts – Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;
Generous paid time off – Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;
Tuition support – Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;
Retirement Benefits – HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;
Employee Assistance Program – Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;
And so much more!