Research Assistant II

New York State Psychiatry Institute•New York, NY

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a full-time Research Assistant II position. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to join our team in support of one of the projects under our center grant. The ideal candidate will have experience in human subjects research, qualitative and quantitative data collection, and administrative support within a research setting. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in all aspects of research, from participant interaction to regulatory compliance and project administration.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in psychology, public health, social sciences, or related field required.
Minimum (1-2) years of experience in human subjects research, including screening, recruitment, and obtaining informed consent.
Minimum (1) year of experience in qualitative research, including conducting focus groups, transcription, and coding.
Minimum (6) months of experience supporting administrative functions in research projects, such as coordinating contracts, processing invoices, or purchasing.
At least (6) months experience with IRB submissions, regulatory compliance, or maintaining regulatory documentation (at least 6 months).
At least (3) months of prior use of research data management systems such as REDCap, Qualtrics, or similar; or entry of at least 50 records in a research data management system such as REDCap, Qualtrics, or similar platform.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in psychology, public health, social sciences, or related field required.
Background in mental health field preferred.
At least (6) months of clinical experience working with individuals with serious mental illness (e.g., in outpatient, inpatient, or community mental health settings).
At least (6) months of experience conducting clinical interviews, psychiatric symptom assessments, or neurocognitive testing.

Responsibilities

Conduct participant screening, recruitment, and consenting in accordance with IRB-approved protocols.
Facilitate focus groups and support qualitative research activities, including transcription, coding, and data analysis.
Enter and manage study data in REDCap, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Assist with IRB preparation, submission, and ongoing reporting.
Maintain regulatory binders and ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements.
Support center administrative tasks such as coordinating contracts, processing invoices, and supporting pilot studies.
Collaborate with project staff to ensure smooth project operations and compliance with grant and institutional guidelines.