Research Study Coordinator

About The Department

This is a research assistant position, the researcher will be hired by David Gallo, professor and PI, to work in his Memory Research Lab, in the Psychology Department, in the SSD.

Job Summary

The job performs routine assignments related to scientific research projects. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Writes articles, reports and manuscripts. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.

Responsibilities

• Program computerized cognitive tasks using JavaScript (jsPsych library) and HTML/CSS.
• Recruit and test research participants online and in-person.
• Train and coordinate research assistants.
• Manage data repositories, IRB protocols, and related duties.
• Aid with data management and analysis.
• Install, set up and perform experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
• Maintain recruiting and scheduling research subjects; assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support.

Education

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Technical Knowledge Or Skills

• Strong computer programming skills, particularly in JavaScript (proficiency in jsPsych library) and HTML/CSS.
• Proficiency in SQL/NoSQL databases, Python, and R (desirable).

Working Conditions

• This NIH-funded position offers a one-year commitment with the possibility of continuing through Summer 2026.

Pay Rate Type

Salary

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Range

$50,150.00 - $64,900.00

Benefits Eligible

Yes