Senior Research Support Specialist (Temp)

Job Title

Senior Research Support Specialist (Temp)

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

College Of Nursing

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

Position Summary

The Senior Research Support Specialist will provide high-level support for a health-related research project during the final phase of the project period. This position will support qualitative data analysis, research synthesis, technical writing support, and development of research-related materials. The selected individual must be able to work independently, manage assigned tasks efficiently, and maintain a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide qualitative data analysis support using NVivo

• Review, organize, and synthesize qualitative data

• Develop analytic summaries, interpretive memos, tables, and related research materials

• Provide technical writing and revision support for research and dissemination materials

• Support integration of findings into structured project documents and outputs

• Provide limited quantitative data support, as needed, including data organization and descriptive summaries

• Complete assigned tasks in accordance with project timelines and expectations

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field

• Experience in qualitative research and data analysis

• Proficiency in NVivo

• Strong technical, academic, or research writing skills

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Preferred Education and Experience

• Doctoral degree in a relevant field

• Experience in health, healthcare, nursing, public health, or community-based research

• Experience with mixed-methods research or basic quantitative data support

• Experience supporting grant-funded or dissemination-focused research projects

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of qualitative research methods and analytic processes

• Skill in using NVivo for coding, organization, and analysis of qualitative data

• Skill in technical and research writing

• Ability to synthesize complex findings into clear written materials

• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality

Position Type: Part-time, temporary, remote, as-needed  

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/Veterans/Disability Employer.