Soc/Clin Research Assistant

UNC-Chapel Hill • Chapel Hill, NC

3d

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to advance the research of Dr. Anthony Vaccaro at the Winston Center on Technology and Brain Development. Specifically, this person will assist with studies examining neural and emotional responses to social media content. The responsibilities include participant recruitment, data collection, data management, handling delicate functional near-infrared spectroscopy and eye-tracking equipment, assistance with undergraduate research assistants, and managing study protocols. Strong interpersonal skills are essential. This individual is responsible for helping the PIs with human subjects-related research tasks and following established procedures. Basic computer skills are required, including familiarity with OSX and Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office, and basic statistical knowledge. Strong interpersonal skills are essential. The research assistant will ensure the studies’ compliance with protocols and objectives.

Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with research methodologies and protocols
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong problem-solving
• Basic computer skills in OSX and Windows operating systems

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a person-facing role (human research, clinical settings, customer-service, or any role that requires attention to participant comfort)
• Previous experience with data collection in research or clinical settings
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., SPSS , R).
• Previous coding experience (e.g. Python, MATLAB )
• Familiarity with neuroimaging methods

Responsibilities

• participant recruitment
• data collection
• data management
• handling delicate functional near-infrared spectroscopy and eye-tracking equipment
• assistance with undergraduate research assistants
• managing study protocols
• helping the PIs with human subjects-related research tasks
• following established procedures
• ensuring the studies’ compliance with protocols and objectives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees