Department:
Department of Psychology
Position Overview:
The Research Assistant will join a collaborative team in the department of Psychology. This individual will be responsible for managing ongoing large-scale studies, including the SAMHSA-funded MHAT-EP and CHiRP study, EIP study, and other projects related to applied work in the domain of clinical high-risk for psychosis.
Responsibilities include participant recruitment, conducting clinical interviews and administering standardized assessments, managing databases, reporting to funding bodies, and participating in other research-related activities in coordination with the program PI, Dr. Pamela Rakhshan Rouhakhtar.
Why Work at UMBC?
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $48,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.
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Telework:
A hybrid telework schedule may be available.
Responsibilities:
The candidate's responsibilities include:
Recruit participants for ongoing studies: In coordination with supervisors, develop and implement recruitment strategies, screen potential participants for eligibility, and schedule participants for study sessions.
Conduct clinical interviews and administer standardized assessments: Perform clinical interviews and assessments using instruments such as SIPS, SCID-5, and K-SADS, ensuring accurate and ethical data collection.
Manage research databases and data entry: Maintain and update research databases, ensuring data integrity and accuracy. Utilize data management software such as REDCap and SPSS to input and analyze data.
Report to funding bodies and assist with grant-related documentation: Prepare and submit reports, including data summaries and progress updates, to funding agencies. Assist with the preparation of grant applications and renewals.
Collaborate with the research team and participate in lab meetings: Work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) and other team members to coordinate research activities, share findings, and contribute to discussions in lab meetings.
Contribute to publication and presentation efforts: Assist in the preparation of manuscripts, posters, and presentations for conferences and peer-reviewed journals, ensuring the dissemination of research findings; and
Other duties as assigned.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Upload a cover letter and a resume.
Closing Date: September 5, 2024
Benefits:
UMBC offers a rich benefits package.
Regular and grant funded regular positions ( Full benefits summary click here ):
Generous Leave which includes accruing:
Additional Benefits:
Contingent II positions may include some benefits .
Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.
Salary: Salary starts at $48,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Hours: Full Time
Type: Grant Funded
Additional Information: This position is Grant Funded, wherein employment is contingent upon award renewal.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.
Accommodation:
If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Work Authorization As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
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