Data Management Specialist, Child Interviewing Lab

Founded in 1896, the Gould School of Law has a distinguished past built on the principles of equity and excellence, and the courage to break new ground. USC first introduced legal education in Southern California. Today, the Law School continues to make history through its philosophy of innovation and through its people. USC Gould cultivates analytical ability, ethical values, and a spirit of collegiality that prepare students for meaningful careers benefiting society. It was one of the first law schools to engage students in clinical programs and remains a leader in experiential education.

The Gould School of Law is seeking to hire a Data Management Specialist to join the Child Interviewing Lab team. The Data Management Specialist will work on grant-funded service work in which children are interviewed about suspected sexual abuse and transcripts are provided to the dependency court to assist in legal decision-making.

Learn more about the Child Interviewing Lab at https://childinterviewinglab.usc.edu/.  

This is a benefits-eligible, non-exempt, full-time position for a 1-year fixed term, renewable contingent on grant funding.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field

• Preferred Experience: 1 year in related field

• Preferred Field of Expertise: Working with case materials documenting child sexual abuse.

Job Accountabilities:

• Supervises student workers transcribing and case tracking.

• Conducts and assists with forensic interviews.

• Assists in preparation of biweekly webinars reviewing forensic interviews.

• Checks transcripts of interviews with children alleging sexual abuse.

• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Attention to detail

ATTENTION:  Applicants must upload a cover letter and a resume to be considered for this position.

The hourly rate range for this position is $21.63 (approx. $42,179 annualized). When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Learn more about our benefits and perks here: https://employees.usc.edu/benefits-perks/

The Gould School of Law (Gould) considers candidates that demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values (link). Gould holds a unique position in society, and within the university, as every aspect of these principles are influenced by and can be protected through legal rules and institutions.  At Gould, we are proudly committed to maintaining a community in which each person respects the rights of others to live, work, and learn in peace and dignity, to be proud of who and what they are, and to have equal opportunity to realize their full potential as individuals and members of society.

Minimum Education: Related undergraduate study, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 1 year, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience
Minimum Field of Expertise: Working knowledge of personal computer software including database, spreadsheet, graphics and desktop publishing programs.

                                                  

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