Research Lab Technician B (Unit for Experimental Psychiatry)
About The Position
A research assistant is needed to support Dr. Mathias Basner’s federally sponsored NASA projects on sleep and cognitive performance. The role schedules and contacts study subjects; prepares and submits manuscripts; prepares IRB proposals, amendments, and resubmissions; orders lab supplies; and configures and ships equipment. The research assistant also supports investigators with data backup, quality control, and analysis, and monitors subjects in laboratory studies on sleep and confinement. The work schedule may vary according to study needs. The position is contingent upon funding.
Requirements
- High school diploma and 1–2 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Responsibilities
- Schedule and contact study subjects.
- Prepare and submit manuscripts.
- Prepare IRB proposals, amendments, and resubmissions.
- Order laboratory supplies.
- Configure and ship equipment.
- Assist investigators with data backup, quality control, and analysis.
- Monitor subjects in laboratory studies on sleep and confinement.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
- Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children; dependent children may also receive tuition assistance at other institutions.
- Basic, matching, and supplemental retirement plans, with pre-tax or Roth savings options and investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
- Substantial time away from work during the year.
- Long-term care insurance.
- Wellness and work-life programs and resources.
- Professional and personal development resources.
- Access to University resources, libraries, athletic facilities, cultural activities, and recreational activities.
- Discounts and special services, including arts and entertainment, transportation, and other goods and services.
- Flexible work options and hours.
- Forgivable home-purchase loan for eligible employees in West Philadelphia.
- Adoption expense reimbursement for eligible employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
