Research Assistant-Geriatrics

Weill Cornell Medical College•City of White Plains, NY

1d•$22 - $26

About The Position

Under general supervision, assists in performance of NIH and foundation funded research studies in treatment of mood disorders in middle aged and older adults.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Superior interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in psychology or related discipline preferred.
Prior research experience a plus.
Prior experience administering psychological instruments helpful.
Prior experience with clinical populations desired.
Prior experience in administering EEGs helpful.
Familiarity with software including MS Word, Access, PowerPoint, Endnote, and Medline, PsychInfo, and other library resources a plus.

Responsibilities

Screens and recruits potential study subjects on-site and within the community.
Performs on-site structured clinical assessments to assist in determination of patient diagnosis.
Administers research battery of measures on depression severity, suicidal ideation, cognitive functioning, medical comorbidity, physical functioning, social support, etc.
Participates in in-patient unit rounds to recruit subjects and conducts research assessments on in-patient units.
Administers EEG and computerized tasks to participants.
Develops and prepares data collection sheets according to protocol requirements.
Reviews data for accuracy, maintains records of study data and assists in data entry.
Tracks patients over time for follow-up assessments.
Attends team meetings to gather and present information.
Assists in preparation of research documentation including IRB protocols.
Performs other related duties as assigned.