Human Subject Research Coordinator Trainee (PT) (ABCD Lab)

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day implementation of the Adolescent Brain and Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study.
• Provide human subject consents for participation in neuroscience-related behavior and physiology research.
• Work with adolescents and their families, and potentially individuals with developmental disabilities, learning disorders, and diverse backgrounds.
• Carry out study protocol, including conducting cognitive assessments, electronic surveys and interviews, collecting biological samples, and guiding participants through MRI scans.
• Utilize various platforms for testing and data management, such as RedCap.
• Maintain supplies and ensure the cleanliness of the study environment.
• Ensure the comfort, privacy, and informed consent of human subjects during experimental procedures.

Requirements

• Assist with human subject consents and performing neurocognitive and psychological tests.
• Coordinate biologic sample collection.
• Conduct study visits, including cognitive assessments, electronic surveys and interviews, and MRI scans.
• Support team members on the details of the protocol, including inclusion and exclusion criteria, informed consent procedures, and study activities.
• Collaborate with participants and parents to ensure adherence to protocol requirements.
• Assist in other study-based delegations and management.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Experience as a Phlebotomist preferred.
• No previous experience required.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, including written communication preferred.
• Ability to collect observational data, attention to detail, and competence with lab equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of word processing and other Microsoft Office tools, such as Excel preferred.
• Knowledge with Google based tools, such as Google Sheets preferred.
• Experience with data collection software (i.e. Redcap) preferred.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and competence with lab equipment.
• Knowledge of word processing and other Microsoft Office tools.
• Knowledge with Google based tools.
• Experience with data collection software.

Benefits

The University of Rochester offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Details are available upon request.

Pay

$18.65 - $26.11 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Part-time, 32 hours per week.