Human Research Technologist - Moore Lab

Penn State University•University Park, IL
•$44,628 - $64,668•Hybrid

About The Position

Dr. Amy Moore in the Department of Nutritional Sciences within the College of Health and Human Development is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented applicant for a full-time Human Research Technologist position. This position offers an opportunity to work with a collaborative, community-engaged, and interdisciplinary research team on projects focused on nutrition, health, and well-being among families with young children. The primary role of this position will be to oversee the day-to-day coordination of ongoing and newly funded research projects, including implementing study protocols, recruiting and consenting participants, and managing data collection and quality assurance procedures.

Requirements

  • Research experience and a range of skills needed to coordinate participants and research study workflows.
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with REDCap
  • Experience with IRB protocols

Responsibilities

  • Develop and review research protocols, including the design of recruitment materials and data collection instruments.
  • Recruit potential participants for research studies; communicate with participants and coordinate their participation across the lifecycle of studies; maintain study databases.
  • Develop, review, and submit Institutional Review Board (IRB) documents and modifications; ensure implemented procedures adhere to IRB-approved protocols.
  • Deliver content, collect, and manage project data in accordance with research protocols.
  • Participate in community-engaged activities with the research team.
  • Serve as liaison with Principal Investigator (PI), research collaborators, and community partners.
  • Prepare reports and presentations for a wide range of audiences; opportunities for authorship on research projects will be available in the form of abstracts, manuscripts, and conference presentations.
  • May supervise staff members, including scheduling and day-to-day performance management, and assist with hiring and onboarding new staff members.

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
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