Human Research Technologist - Social Sciences

Penn State University • University Park, IL

3d • $31,600 - $45,800 • Onsite

About The Position

Dr. Ansell’s laboratory in the Department of Biobehavioral Health is seeking candidates for full-time research technologist positions working on NIH-funded projects. Research in the lab focuses on understanding mechanisms underlying vulnerability for substance use and risk behaviors. This position is funded for 12 months; continuation past 12 months will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

Requirements

• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills
• Work well in a team
• Able to work carefully, responsibly, proactively and with great attention to detail
• Experience working with human participants in a clinical or research laboratory context is necessary
• Associate Degree
• No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience performing clinical assessments
• Working with smartphone-based apps
• Neuroimaging protocols

Responsibilities

• Coordinating lab activities
• Recruitment of participants to meet study goals
• Managing assessment schedules
• Completing clinical assessments with participants
• Managing databases and necessary safety and institutional review board protocols
• Preliminary data cleaning and management
• Implementing neuroimaging protocols
• Developing and maintaining REDCap databases
• Implementing and monitoring smartphone-based assessments
• Retaining participants in a longitudinal study
• Cognitive testing

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• Substantial paid time off (holidays, vacation, sick time)
• 75% tuition discount for employees, eligible spouses, and children

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree