Research Assistant 2 (General Psychiatry)

Vanderbilt Univ Medical Center • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The Clinically Oriented Research Assistant position at Vanderbilt University Medical Center involves working in the Vanderbilt Psychiatric Neuromodulation Lab, focusing on neuromodulation interventions for psychotic disorders. The role includes recruiting research subjects, assisting in data collection and analysis, and conducting clinical trials related to brain stimulation techniques. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in mental health and clinical research, with opportunities for professional growth in neuroscience or psychology.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, neuroscience, psychology, or a related field
• Experience in clinical research is highly desirable
• Excellent organizational and data management skills
• High level of interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

Nice To Haves

• Interest in mental health, interventional psychiatry, neuromodulation, psychosis, addiction, and clinical trials

Responsibilities

• Recruiting research participants into research studies (independently or in conjunction with other clinical research staff)
• Assessing the participant's eligibility for research studies
• Discussing informed consent with research subjects
• Scheduling research study visits
• Conducting clinical interviews of psychiatric symptoms and substance use
• Administering cognitive tests
• Carrying out neuroimaging study protocols
• Administering rTMS with supervision
• Using PsychoPy, EPrime, and Matlab to collect and analyze data
• Checking and maintaining data quality
• Training and supervising other lab members in data collection and data entry, including students
• Analyzing data for a variety of rTMS and neuroimaging projects
• Assisting with the management of Institutional Review Board approvals
• Database management
• Assisting with manuscript preparation

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive work environment
• Access to cutting-edge research facilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree