Summary
The Research Graduate Assistant supports the collection, management, verification, and analysis of participant and program data for the CHAMPS-CROP program. This position assists with maintaining accurate enrollment, attendance, and demographic records; conducting data analysis to identify participation trends and retention needs; and supporting grant reporting, program evaluation, and stakeholder reporting requirements. The role contributes to data-informed recruitment, retention, family outreach, and continuous program improvement initiatives. The position receives a semester-based award and requires current enrollment in a graduate program at Barry University.
Essential Functions
- Manage and maintain participant and program data by collecting, entering, reconciling, and verifying enrollment, attendance, demographic, and engagement information across multiple data systems.
- Conduct data analysis and applied research to identify participation trends, retention concerns, attrition patterns, and opportunities for targeted interventions to improve participant engagement and program outcomes.
- Support participant data collection and verification activities, including reviewing records for completeness, resolving discrepancies, conducting follow-up with families and program staff, and maintaining accurate participant records.
- Prepare reports, data summaries, and supporting documentation for grant reporting, program evaluation, audits, compliance reviews, and stakeholder information requests.
- Provide program and research support through family outreach, recruitment and retention efforts, participation in program events, and other data management and program support activities as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program at Barry University.
- Bachelor’s degree required; coursework in research methods, public health, social sciences, education, data analytics, or a related field preferred.
- Ability to successfully complete a Level II Background Screening through Miami-Dade County Public Schools and travel to program sites as needed.
- Demonstrated proficiency in data management and analysis, including experience working with spreadsheets, databases, and data tracking systems.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and handle confidential information.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
20
Benefits: Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, spirituality in the workplace, and training and development.
Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
