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Part Time Bilingual Field Interviewer, The School of Social Service Administration at The University of Chicago - Chicago, IL


Part Time Bilingual Field Interviewer
The School of Social Service Administration at The University of Chicago is currently seeking a part time, temporary, field interviewer to conduct research interviews with study participants. This is an exciting two-year project that will examine the efficacy of a clinical innovation to advance home visiting services.
Job Description: Under close supervision, the interviewer will help with research tasks that include: screening, consenting, and tracking study participants; setting up interview appointments; and, conducting and recording research interviews.  Interviews are conducted in participants’ homes.
 Qualifications and Requirements
·       High School diploma (Bachelor's degree or college coursework in social science or related field preferred)
·       Previous data collection or field interviewing experience highly preferred
·       Proficiency with computers and access to the internet
·       Access to a car and proper driver’s license and insurance coverage
  • Must be available to work approximately 10 - 15 hours/week on a flexible schedule including week nights and weekends. Work hours will vary by week
  • Bilingual, English/Spanish
  • Good communication skills
  • Good people’s skills
  • Organized and detail oriented
  • Background check will be required
Job Location: Interviews will take place in participants’ homes in different neighborhoods in the Chicago metropolitan area.

Compensation: This is an hourly rate position.  Hourly rate is $15.

To apply, please send cover letter, resume, and three professional references to:
Sandra Morales-Mirque, Dads Matter Project Coordinator: smoral@uchicago.edu by June 30, 2015.  Please indicate amount of hours and times you are available to work during the week.
The University of Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that values and actively seeks diversity in the workforce.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status and other legally-protected characteristics.