Research Assistant I - Term

About the role

The Research Assistant is part of the Stress and Coping Laboratory in the Department of Psychology and Human Development, Peabody College at Vanderbilt University and is a key coordinator position responsible for overseeing and conducting research studies supported by grants from the National Institutes of Health and the CHDI foundation. This position involves managing the day-to-day functions of the research lab; recruitment and conducting research study visits with families; and data coding, processing, and management. This position also assists in managing laboratory funds, general laboratory organization, and in supervising undergraduate research assistants in ongoing study tasks.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Principal Investigator and other key lab personnel to ensure overall efficient functioning of the laboratory and research studies being conducted as part of the lab.
• Independently perform laboratory procedures necessary for the current research studies including psychological testing, scheduling and coordinating lab visits with families, applying behavioral coding systems, and following all laboratory/ University safety protocols.
• Coordinate with the Principal Investigator routinely to maintain laboratory budgets.
• Maintain organization which includes keeping inventory stocked and all lab equipment operational.
• Supervise undergraduate research assistants in ongoing study tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's (BA or BS) degree in a relevant field is required.
• Post-baccalaureate research experience is required.
• Master’s degree is strongly preferred.
• At least one year of research experience is preferred.
• Some experience or familiarity with families facing medical adversities is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with data management and analysis software.

Skills

• Data collection and management.
• Statistical analysis.
• Behavioral coding systems.
• Laboratory safety protocols.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

TBD.