Cannabis jobs at The Regents of the University of California

The Department of Population Health & Disease Prevention, Program in Public Health, Susan and Henry Samueli College of Health Sciences, at the
University of California, Irvine seeks Junior Specialist research professional to assist in Dr. David Timberlake's research group with a qualitative study examining cannabis users’ receptivity to using a non-tobacco product for blunt smoking.

Responsibilities
This full-time position is funded through research grants and is contingent on satisfactory performance and availability of grant funding. We are seeking to hire a highly motivated individual who has excellent organizational skills, communication skills, and experience conducting interviews. The individual hired for this position will be involved in 1) recruiting study participants through social media; 2) interviewing participants in focus groups; 3) transcribing audio files into text; 4) managing and analyzing the data in a qualitative software program (Atlas.ti); and 5) assisting with the preparation of manuscripts. Research opportunities for other related projects (e.g., cannabis marketing) may arise through the course of employment.

Qualifications
1) Bachelor’s degree in public health, health sciences, communication, psychology, or other related field;
2) Excellent communication (oral and written) and interviewing skills;
3) Organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management;
4) Strong teamwork skills.
5) Prior experience working with focus groups is preferred but not required.

Application Process:
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. To apply, please log onto UC Irvine’s recruitment site located at: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF07534
Applicants should complete an online application profile and upload the following application materials electronically to be considered for this
position:
11) Inclusive Excellence Statement (Required)
2) Curriculum Vitae (Required)
3) Cover Letter (Optional)
4) Research Statement (Optional)
5) Three professional references (names only)

The Program in Public Health recognizes the value of diversity in its academic
researchers and strongly supports UCI’s mission for equity and inclusiveness. We are committed to ensuring accountability, providing training and
education, conducting responsive research, and building sustainable partnerships. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Program: https://publichealth.uci.edu/ph/_home/

Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

1) Bachelor’s degree
2) Excellent communication (oral and written) and interviewing skills
3) Organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management
4) Strong teamwork skills

Application Requirements
Document requirements

• Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement - Statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to inclusive excellence will advance UCI's Commitment to Inclusive Excellence. See our guidance for writing an inclusive excellence activities statement.
  

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
  

• Cover Letter - Your opportunity to enhance your application packet
  (Optional)

  
  

• Statement of Research - Your statement may include a research plan, brief description, and/or scholarly issues.
  (Optional)

  
  

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF07534
Campus Information

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

Job location
Irvine, California

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