Reseach Professional (Casual Nonexempt)

About the role

The Center for Developmental NeuroImaging (CDNI) is seeking a Temporary/Casual Research Professional to assist with the data collection of various clinical research projects. A successful applicant must be detail-oriented, outcome-oriented, work effectively with a team, and communicate clearly in a collaborative environment with a diverse range of research tasks and disciplines. This position is not eligible for remote work.

The CDNI is housed at the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain at the University of Minnesota. Our work focuses on:

• Advancing the understanding of brain development in health and disease
• Understanding basic principles of brain functioning across development
• Learning how neuropsychiatric and other brain-based disorders develop and progress over time
• Contributing to the prevention and treatment of brain-based disorders
• Engaging underrepresented communities in all aspects of academic medicine and research

This is a part-time casual appointment expected to work approximately 5 hours per week, and no more than 14 hours per week. The exact number of hours worked each week will be determined at the discretion of the broader research team, including the Principal Investigator, Dr. Brenden Tervo-Clemmens.

Responsibilities

Clinical Data Collection and Coordination (50%)

• Utilize internal and external registries to identify potential participants for research studies
• Conduct phone screens with participants to determine eligibility for the studies
• Support the scheduling and coordination of research visits involving MRI scans, biospecimen collection, and cognitive/behavioral tasks
• Reliably enter study data into online databases
• Maintain conformity with the established protocol, Good Clinical Practice, and University of Minnesota policies
• Lead and support necessary study visits that align with variable participant schedules (early morning, late evening, and/or weekends)
• Coordinate meetings across study sites and team members
• Escalate progress, milestones, and concerns to principal investigator(s) and management
• Lead meetings with clinicians and effectively communicate concerns to other study sites
• Facilitate open communication between families and staff
• Organize study materials for visits

Documentation and Administrative Tasks (30%)

• Maintain detailed and adequate research records
• Provide up-to-date tracking of study recruitment and enrollment efforts
• Document best practices for various research activities to ensure they are carried out in a standardized manner

Other Lab Duties (20%)

• Attend mandatory center, lab, and team meetings
• Share feedback and assist other lab members when they are stuck on a project
• Exhibit collegial conduct towards co-trainees, staff members, and members of the research group
• Adhere to all applicable University policies, procedures, and regulations

All data, research records, and materials and other intellectual property generated in University laboratories remain the property of the University.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS with at least 2 years of previous research experience or a combination of related education and work experience totaling 6 years
• Sufficient computer knowledge with Google Suite and Microsoft Office
• Ability to multi-task without losing attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of REDCap and experience working in the database
• Experience working with children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental and/or mental health diagnoses
• Interest in neuroscience, psychology, neuroimaging, and/or human development
• Ability to delegate work to and support research assistants
• Openness to work with a diverse age range of human participants ages 2-80
• Excellent documentation and writing skills
• Adobe Acrobat experience
• Familiarity with HIPAA and GCP guidelines
• Previous experience working with children and families (can be in a non-research setting)
• Effectiveness in organizing tasks and setting priorities, verbal and digital communication with others, interacting constructively with faculty and staff, and the ability to be adaptable, creative, and a quick learner

About the department

Open to patients and the public, the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain houses educators and researchers from across the University as well as M Health Fairview clinicians, enabling side-by-side collaboration and providing a one-stop setting for patients and families that’s convenient, welcoming, and serene.

Mission: The Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain has the goal of advancing brain health from the earliest stages of development across the lifespan, supporting each person’s journey as a valued community member.

Pay

Pay Range: $27.00 - $29.00 per hour, depending on education, qualifications, and experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications.