Research Specialist

Company: Aston Carter
Location: Beaverton
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Description:Hiring for a team of 5+ people to support the largest sportswear company in Oregon at their world headquarters in Beaverton for a 2-3 week research project.Research specialists are needed to support the Workplace Utilization Studies: The overall job duty is to conduct and record workplace observations using a web-based software platform called Vantage Space on an iPad. Day to day: --- Participate in Utilization Study Observer training + pre-building walks to familiarize themselves with the building layout, test & practice with iPad and resolve any questions they may have. (approx. 3-4 hours)--- Responsible for Pick Up/Drop Off and charging of iPad each day of study observations.--- Complete 6, 1 hour observation tours each day for assigned buildings and observation points. Each tour must be completed within the 60-minute time frame.--- Document presence, activities and tools observed using the Vantage Space web platform. (drop-down options to select from)--- Responsible for immediately notifying Utilization Study PM of any issues during observations.--- Properly submit and end each tour once all observation points have been documented. ---80-90 % of the day will be walking around, but there will be opportunity to sit between each tour depending on how quickly they finish. The quantity of observation points allocated to each observer should provide them at a minimum with a 5-10 minute break between tours. We found during our last round of studies that after the first couple of days people become familiar with the building and spaces and they go more quickly and sometimes they get 20-30 minutes between studies to sit. It's important for them to walk the building(s) before we start the studies so they understand the floor plan and create an efficient touring strategy. Observers will be responsible for observing workstations, offices, meeting rooms, project rooms, collaboration areas etc. These space are identified clearly on a floor plan within the iPad application. The observers will mark each space as one of the following: 1. Occupied: The workspace has people present. 2. Signs of life: The workspace has evidence that people are working there (workstation powered on, coat on chair, etc) 3. Unoccupied: The workspace is usable/assigned but nobody is present/using it. (Intended to be occupied but nobody is present) 4. Unusable: The workspace has no furniture or not fit to be occupiedUnobservable: The workspace is completely inaccessible and its status is unknown. The observer will also document in the program application: 1. How many people are using the space 2. What activities are happening such as are they on a Zoom call, are they collaborating, are they eating, are they focusing and doing heads down work etc. 3. Which tools are being used. Anything that they need to document comes from a short drop-down list to choose from. It is VERY simple.Additionally, regarding communicating: Minimal. Communication will mostly occur between them and the UT Study PM.Skills:Data entry, communication and computer skills, Outlook, Data management, Microsoft excelAdditional Skills & Qualifications:Skill level: o Must be proficient with using iPad technology. o Understand how to use login credentials o Know how to navigate screens/pages using the webo Ability to quickly categorize from a drop-down selection--- MUST be prompt (Attendance is crucial for this position) - strong communication skills and the ability to support a team- team attitude, positive personality- high attention to detail when observing and documenting observations About Aston Carter: Please Note: Scammers are posing as Aston Carter. We'll never contact you via Gmail, Telegram, or WhatsApp and we'll never solicit money from you. At Aston Carter, we're dedicated to expanding career opportunities for the skilled professionals who power our business. Our success is driven by the talented, motivated people who join our team across a range of positions - from recruiting, sales and delivery to corporate roles. As part of our team, employees have the opportunity for long-term career success, where hard work is rewarded and the potential for growth is limitless. Established in 1997, Aston Carter is a leading staffing and consulting firm, providing high-caliber talent and premium services to more than 7,000 companies across North America. Spanning four continents and more than 200 offices, we extend our clients' capabilities by seeking solvers and delivering solutions to address today's workforce challenges. For organizations looking for innovative solutions shaped by critical-thinking professionals, visit . Aston Carter is a company within Allegis Group, a global leader in talent solutions. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please call or email for other accommodation options. However, if you have questions about this position, please contact the Recruiter located at the bottom of the job posting. The Recruiter is the sole point of contact for questions about this position.

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