Research Study Assistant (1-year Term) [Multiple Openings]

Technical

• Recruits study participants.
• Reviews & obtains informed consent.
• Schedules study visits with participants.
• Conducts interviews.
• Scores test results.
• Collections survey data.
• Facilitates communication with key personnel & participants to maintain project study flow.
• Evaluates and Processes MRI data.

Administration

• Maintains detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting & entering data; &/or preparing basic charts & graphs.
• Performs scientific literature searches in support of research.
• Completes portions of grant applications &/or documents associated with current local, state, & federal regulatory guidelines, requirements, laws & research protocols.

Finance

• Processes reimbursements for travel expenses.
• Maintains petty cash.
• Processes invoices &/or purchase requisitions.
• Captures fund distribution among multiple sponsors and clinical sites.

Supervision

• Trains other research staff to interview/test participants.

Other Duties

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a major such as social or health science or related.
• Appropriate combination of education and experience.
• Completion of NU's IRB CITI training before interacting with any participants & must re-certify every 3 years.

Minimum Competencies

• Strong organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a psychology or behavioral science setting.

Preferred Competencies

• Experience with research grants, eIRB, and/or CERES.
• Experience with data auditing.

Pay

Target hiring range for this position will be between $18.50-$21.00 per hour.

Benefits

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs.

To learn more about available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html.

Work-Life And Wellness

Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles. We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care.

To learn more about these programs, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html.

Professional Growth And Development

Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you’re interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources.

To learn more about these resources, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status.