Research Specialist

This is a regular part-time Research Specialist position supporting a NIDA-funded study conducted in the Center for Sleep and Circadian Science (CSCS) at the University of Pittsburgh. The study aims to adapt and test a cognitive-behavioral sleep intervention for emerging adults who report regular cannabis use and poor sleep. The Research Specialist will oversee all research activities, work closely with the Principal Investigator to ensure adequate recruitment and retention of participants, and maintain accurate research documentation. This position is grant funded.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day activities of the grant including recruitment, data collection, participant payments, budget management, etc.
• Independently execute job functions for research protocol(s) including recruitment, scheduling appointments, obtaining written consent forms, collecting data by conducting phone or face-to-face interviews for research project(s) as needed.
• Develop, maintain, and update documentation, including standard operating procedures, signature and change logs, and other documents required by Good Research Practice.
• Contribute to developing, maintaining, renewing, and modifying IRB protocols, consent forms, and related documents.
• Maintain a flexible schedule to ensure adequate numbers of assessments as outlined in the protocol.
• Perform other research duties as assigned.
• Perform in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Psychology, Neuroscience, Sociology or related research field.
• Minimum of one year of work experience in a research project and/or related clinical setting is required.
• Familiarity with computers and common software packages required.
• Working knowledge of research methodology strongly preferred.
• Prior supervisory and/or project management experience preferred.
• Ability to work evenings.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

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