Job Information
Texas A&M University Associate Researcher in United States
Job Title
Associate Researcher
Agency
Texas A&M International University
Department
Office of the Provost & VP for Academic Affairs
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Laredo, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Job Summary
Associate Researcher will conduct research on human trafficking, develop training materials/courses, and teach courses for the Center-Human Trafficking (CHT). This is a Congressionally Directed Project funded by the U.S. Department of Education at Texas A&M International University.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct research on human trafficking.
Develop curriculum and training materials.
Provide training on human trafficking.
Teach undergraduate or graduate courses on human trafficking and/or criminal justice.
Collaborates with others to create new and expanded programs.
Assists in identifying funding opportunities.
Prepares reports on program activities.
Updates training materials.
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Education – Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Political Science, Public Health, Economics or related field.
Experience – Three years research experience.
All but dissertation (ABD) will be considered.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Experience developing curriculum and delivering in-person and online training.
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Proficient with software that has to do with quantitative – R, SAS, SPSSS, etc. and qualitative – NVIVO, LLMs research.
Word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Demonstrated strong writing and verbal skills.
Web design and basic computer application experience.
Ability to:
Conduct research on human trafficking.
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
Develop program curriculum.
Provide training.
Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Interact professionally with university personnel, the general public, and students.
Demonstrate strong planning and organizational skills.
Multitask, prioritize, and work with deadlines.
Maintain confidentiality.
License/Professional Certification - None
Physical Requirements – General Office Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Supervision Received/Given
This position does not supervise employees.
Other Requirements:
18-month grant funded position – balance of 23-24 academic year and 2024-2025 academic year.
Position may require evening and/or weekend hours.
Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
Salary: $23.13/hourly
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials. The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:
Resume
Cover Letter
At least 3-5 professional references and their full contact information, and
Unofficial transcripts
Applications received by Texas A&M International University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is an international university, poised at the Gateway to Mexico and serving as the cultural and intellectual hub of a vibrant multilingual and multicultural community.
TAMIU provides over 7000 students with a learning environment anchored by the highest quality programs, built on a solid academic foundation in the arts and sciences. To fulfill its mission, the University offers a range of baccalaureate and masters programs and the Doctor of Philosophy degree in International Business. Programs focus on developing undergraduate and graduate offerings with a progressive international agenda for global study and understanding across all disciplines.
TAMIU prepares students for leadership roles in an increasingly complex, culturally diverse state, national, and global society. Through instruction, faculty and student research, and public service, TAMIU improves the quality of lives for citizens of the border region, the State of Texas, and national and international communities.
Texas A&M International University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (956) 326-2360.
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