HBCD Research Lab Assistant

About the role

Assist with day-to-day implementation of the HEALthy Brain Child Development Study, a federally funded research study in the Department of Psychiatry.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen and schedule study participants, obtain informed consent, and collect multiple types of data (interview, self-report, infant developmental assessments, biospecimens) with daily functional supervision from the Research Specialist.
• Utilize a variety of platforms for testing and data management.
• Assist with study regulatory and financial requirements, maintain files and records, use discretion regarding sensitive information, and maintain confidentiality within the framework of University guidelines.
• Compensate study subjects and assist the Research Specialist with purchasing study-related equipment and supplies.
• Provide own transportation for occasional travel required to perform home visits to study participants, distribute flyers and incentive program initiatives.

Qualifications

Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Psychology or closely related discipline and one to three years' related experience required.

Desirable: Prior research experience is desirable, as is any experience with clinical populations and/or infants and young children. Knowledge of RedCap.

Pay

$23.54 - $28.00/hour, depending on experience

Schedule

Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime). This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy.

A probationary period may be required. Contingent on continued funding. Background Check required for this position.