Project time: Enero 2024 to August 14, 2024

Position Summary

HIAS seeks two research assistants to work in a project led by HIAS, Columbia University, and El Colegio de la Frontera Norte (COLEF). The primary aim of the project is to find out the risk and protective factors for common mental disorders among populations during migration. This study consists of a pilot cohort study among migrants and asylum seekers in Mexico.

Research Assistants will be responsible for recruiting participants, managing consents and other research ethics procedures. Conduct qualitative and quantitative interviews and answer questions from research participants; record data and perform quality checks on data recording. The study procedures will be carried out in person.

Research assistants will report these activities to the research program officer regularly whether in person or remotely.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelors level background in health and social science research and/or psychology, social work or related field (Graduate degree preferred)
• Professional interest in public health, health research, mental health, protection, and refugee/migrants health
• Minimum 1 year experience in qualitative and quantitative data collection
• Excellent proficiency in English and Spanish (speaking and writing proficiency)
• Proficiency in computer programs including Microsoft Word and Excel (experience with R, Stata, SPSS or similar software preferred)
• Excellent social and communication skills and ability to build rapport with people
• Detail-oriented individuals able to work both independently and with a team

Hiring Process

We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Here's a snapshot of our hiring process:

Step 1: Submit your application!
Step 2: Phone screen with a HIAS recruiter.
Step 3: Video interview with the hiring manager.
Step 4: Video interview with a panel of HIAS employees.
Step 5: Online reference check with SkillSurvey.
Step 6: Offer and background check with Shield Screening or HireRight.
Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!

Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.

About Us

HIAS is a global Jewish nonprofit organization working across five continents to ensure that refugees and displaced persons are protected. Throughout the United States, we help refugees reunite with families, resettle and become self-sufficient. Guided by our values and history, we help refugees rebuild their lives in safety and security and advocate to ensure that all displaced people are treated with dignity.

HIAS is a learning community, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do our work with integrity, accountability, transparency and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. We seek employees from diverse backgrounds and life experiences to join our teams located in the United States and across the globe. People who identify as BIPOC, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ+ community and people with lived experiences of forced displacement or immigration are all encouraged to apply. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our vision, mission and values.

Vision

HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety and opportunity.

Mission

Drawing on our Jewish values and history, HIAS provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world and advocates for their fundamental rights so they can rebuild their lives.

Values

Welcome

• Acogimiento
• Hospitalité
• Hachnasat Orchim

We Welcome the Stranger

Justice

• Justicia
• Justice
• Tzedek

We Pursue Justice

Empathy

• Empatía
• Empathie
• Chesed

We Approach our Clients with Empathy

Partnership

• Compañerismo
• Coopération
• Chevruta

We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership

Courage

• Coraje
• Courage
• Ometz

We Act with Courage to Build a Better World

Resilience

• Resiliencia
• Résilience
• Ruach

We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience

Diversity

HIAS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation or other legally protected status.

Safeguarding

HIAS is committed to the protection of children, vulnerable adults and any other person from any harm caused directly or indirectly due to their coming into contact with HIAS. We will not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse or any form of child abuse or neglect by our staff or associated personnel. Any candidate offered a job with HIAS will be expected to sign and adhere to HIAS' Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records. HIAS also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme . In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants' previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. Likewise, HIAS will share this information when other organizations inquire about current and former HIAS staff as part of their recruitment process. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.