Application ProcessThis position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8am on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.In your cover letter, please address the qualifications outlined below, including the preferred qualificationsPlease review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications.Job SummaryReporting to and under general supervision of the Director of Business and Operations, School of Social Sciences, with additional lead work direction from a Psychology Professor, the Research Technician II performs technical research work of average difficulty and assists in the supervision of technical and clerical assistants for the Sonoma Marriage Lab in the Psychology Department of Sonoma State University. Key QualificationsThis position requires the equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university. Additional experience which has demonstrated that the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledges and abilities delineated above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Two years of progressively responsible experience in technical research or statistical work in the collection, compilation, and analysis of data, a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and knowledge and experience in the area of intimate-relationship psychology and experience conducting research-related interviews with Latino couples and/or one year experience conducting an independent research project and experience with laboratory management duties preferred. Fluency in Spanish (verbal and written) is preferred. Advanced proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) required. Knowledge of Google Suite, Qualtrics, SPSS, Avaya softphone, and Zoom preferred.Salary and BenefitsStarting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $24.12 to $25.00 an hour. This is a part time, temporary, non-exempt position. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations. The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date.Supplemental InformationSonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community. The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all faculty, staff, administrators, and students who are accessing campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to continue to help us protect and maintain a healthy Seawolf Community. More information related to campus level requirements can be found here:https://risk.sonoma.edu/covid-compliance-and-monitoring-office .CSU Out of State Policy -Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.For questions related to the application process, please reach out to ******. The ADA Coordinator is also available (****** ) to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.Sonoma State University'sAnnual Security Reportincludes summaries of institutional policy relating to campus safety, drug and alcohol use, sexual assault, and other matters. The report is published in compliance with the Clery Act and includes three years of certain crime statistics that occurred in Clery Act defined geography. A paper copy of the report may be requested in person by emailing the Clery Compliance and Safety Office ****** .Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is available for viewing at https://housing.sonoma.edu/resources/fire-safety. The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within Sonoma State University student housing facilities for three years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Residential Education and Campus Housing ****** .
