Human Research Technologist – Social Sciences
About The Position
The Child Health Research Center at Penn State is currently seeking a Human Research Technologist to advance its mission of research and education in child maltreatment. Under the direction of study management and staff, this position will: Complete study protocols to include: 1) contribute to retention efforts 2) administer surveys, questionnaires, interviews 3) complete biospecimen collection 4) facilitate MRI procedures and scans and, 5) data entry. Perform routine inventory checks and order supplies utilizing a purchasing card or PSU’s online purchasing platform. Process and reconcile cash reimbursements and gift cards for participants. Schedule and reconcile participant travel arrangements. Oversee undergraduate research assistants in preparing visit materials and data entry. Maintain to study calendars and email groups. Schedule visits, MRIs, and Quest labs. Facilitate data transfers. Support study staff to update CATS IRB. Job necessitates meeting deadlines and working on study tasks that may require flexible work hours.
Requirements
- Associate Degree
- 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
- work well in a team atmosphere
- enjoy working with families and children
- be adaptable in a dynamic atmosphere
- maintain confidentiality
- be willing to take on extra duties to achieve goals of the project
- evidence of the capacity to be detail oriented
- produce high quality work
- communicate clearly and concisely
- demonstrate strong planning and organizational skills
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
- PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
Responsibilities
- Complete study protocols to include: 1) contribute to retention efforts 2) administer surveys, questionnaires, interviews 3) complete biospecimen collection 4) facilitate MRI procedures and scans and, 5) data entry.
- Perform routine inventory checks and order supplies utilizing a purchasing card or PSU’s online purchasing platform.
- Process and reconcile cash reimbursements and gift cards for participants.
- Schedule and reconcile participant travel arrangements.
- Oversee undergraduate research assistants in preparing visit materials and data entry.
- Maintain to study calendars and email groups.
- Schedule visits, MRIs, and Quest labs.
- Facilitate data transfers.
- Support study staff to update CATS IRB.
Benefits
- Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
- In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
- One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
