The Survey Research Shared Resource (SRSR) provides data collection services for multiple research projects conducted at Vanderbilt University through the administration of computer-assisted telephone, web and personal surveys. The SRSR operates a Call Center with 15 workstations, which operates days and evenings, 7 days a week. The SRSR is highly committed to the precise and excellent collection of data according to specialized research protocols.

This is a part-time, hourly term position lasting approximately 12 months.

Basic Qualifications:

This position requires a High School diploma or GED and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. Previous experience in survey research interviewing at an academic institution is preferable.

Key Functions and Expected Performances:

• Recruit participants for participation in investigations according to study protocol
• Conduct telephone interviews according to study protocol
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of study activities, consent features and participant rights
• Maintain and support communication with study staff
• Make follow-up calls related to study activities
• Demonstrate appropriate call etiquette and customer service skills
• Complete all documentation associated with study activities
• Prepare and maintain study materials for distribution
• Contribute to a positive work environment and demonstrate a teamwork effort
• Complete additional assigned tasks as assigned by supervisor

Additional Information:

This is a part-time, 12-month Term position working at least 20 hours per week. The SRSR is open 9am to 9pm Monday through Friday, 10am to 8pm Saturdays and 3pm to 8pm Sundays. This position will start out primarily as a weekend (Saturdays and/or Sundays) and weekday afternoon and evening position in order to provide sufficient coverage during SRSR operational hours. The opportunity for additional shifts may be available depending on SRSR coverage needs.

Salary is commensurate upon years of experience.

Background screens will be performed and education will be verified prior to employment. Please be prepared to provide required information and/or documentation.

Department Summary:

The Division of Epidemiology is committed to conducting research to enhance and expand our understanding of the distribution and determinants of disease, to promoting collaboration aimed at the translation of research into cost-effective strategies of disease prevention and health care delivery, and to training independent investigators in epidemiology research and disease prevention.

Work hours: Monday - Friday, daytime business hours

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A Term position is a staff position that exists for a period longer than six months but is not expected to last beyond one year. Although a position may exist for a specified or indefinite period, staff who accept term positions are not guaranteed employment for the entire period; they are employed for indefinite periods within the limit of the appointment. There are no guarantees of continued employment, either within the term or when the term ends