Research Assistant

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Job Location (Full Address):

187 Edinburgh St, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14608

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

210632 Psychology-MHFC

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 104 H

Compensation Range:

$19.04 - $26.63

Responsibilities:

The Human Subject Research Coordinator Trainee at Mt. Hope Family Center will collect psychological research data on a federally-funded research investigation. This research study seeks to extend knowledge on how exposure to child abuse/neglect and early adversity impacts health and well-being throughout the life course. Study participants are adults and children. The position requires experience conducting research with families from diverse backgrounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conduct a variety of assessments with families (adults and children), including interviews, surveys, and physiological measurements.
• Assist with recruitment and retention of participants for the study. This includes regular driving in the community.
• Enter research visit information and study data into project databases; complete basic health assessments (e.g., blood pressure, anthropomorphic measurements) and assist with MRI scans.
• Contact participants and schedule research visits; maintain good relations with participants and address any questions or concerns.
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Associate's degree required in appropriate discipline plus 2-3 years specialized experience in related field strongly preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Prior experience as a Phlebotomist preferred
• 1-2 years of research experience working with human subjects or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Word processing and data analysis software preferred
• Familiarity and comfort with Excel, ACCESS, and other databases, and statistical software such as SPSS, are preferred.  
• Transportation of research participants to and from the Center, transporting biological samples to URMC labs, and recruitment in the community using personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed).

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Driver’s License
• Phlebotomy preferred

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