Professional Aide

Job Description:

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

The primary responsibilities include cleaning interview transcripts and serving as a point person for undergraduate research assistants who are assisting with transcript formatting and early-stage processing.

This role is critical to ensuring the quality, accuracy, and consistency of interview data used for analysis.

Key Responsibilities

Transcript Cleaning

• Clean interview transcripts generated from audio recordings
• Verify transcript accuracy against audio recordings
• Identify and correct transcription errors
• Flag unclear or inaudible sections with timestamps
• Ensure consistency in formatting and structure across all transcripts

Undergraduate Coordination

• Serve as the primary point of contact for undergraduate assistants
• Review formatted transcripts for completeness and consistency
• Provide guidance and clarification on formatting expectations
• Answer student questions related to transcript preparation
• Monitor workflow and ensure timely progress

Quality Control

• Ensure transcripts meet project standards before analysis
• Maintain consistency across all documents
• Communicate regularly with the PI regarding progress and any issues

Desired Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Prior experience with qualitative research (required)
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple transcripts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with interview-based research (e.g., transcription, coding, or qualitative analysis)
• Experience working with or supervising undergraduate research assistants
• Familiarity with transcript cleaning, transcription platforms (e.g., Otter), or qualitative data software is a plus

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Applicants should submit a resume or CV, a letter of application, and names and contact information for 3 references. Reference letters will be requested from shortlisted candidates and are not required at the time of application. Applications will not be reviewed until all materials are submitted.

Work Hours

ON-CALL

Website

cj.msu.edu

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.