Research Assistant
About The Position
Loyola Marymount University’s Heads UP psychology research lab, under the direction of Dr. Joe LaBrie, is looking for a full-time research assistant to execute grant-funded research on alcohol and other health-related behavioral and psychosocial domains with (high-risk) emerging adults. This highly productive lab has multiple active grants and research studies. This job provides a significant opportunity for publications and preparation for further graduate study. The Heads UP lab researches alcohol use and other health behaviors among college students. This lab focuses on the behavioral and psychosocial factors of engaging in risk behavior and how to leverage these factors to improve intervention strategies. Current projects include innovative social norms prevention efforts leveraging gamification and social media. intervention study; 3. A project looking at the connection between social media and risk behaviors.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 1 year research experience with a strong understanding and verifiable application of research methodology and data analysis.
- Strong writer in APA style
- Demonstrated computer competency and knowledge of SPSS systems.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity and experience using online survey software encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Project management including recruitment/retention of research participants.
- Data collection and entry. Data cleaning and scoring.
- Perform comprehensive literature reviews and contribute to the preparation of peer-reviewed manuscripts, grants, and reports.
- Assist and perform statistical analysis and evaluation of research results.
- Facilitation of individual and group motivational enhancement interventions targeting problematic drinking among college students.
- Design/program assessments using online survey software.
- Oversee all IRB submissions.
- Serve as liaison between Heads Up and various campus departments.
- Represent LMU within the Psychology community and at professional conferences; serve on committees as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
Benefits
- Salary commensurate with education and experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
