Research Assistant at The University of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description:

Department



BSD PSY - Keedy Lab



About the Department



To honor our promise to always put our patients first and to be ever mindful of each patients dignity and individuality, we must also be at the forefront of transformative discovery and innovation in psychiatric care.



Job Summary



The Ecological Approaches to Studies of Youth (EASY) Lab is seeking a Research Assistant to direct a study of the effects of a dog training intervention in youth with emotional and behavioral problems. The role involves collecting data both on-site and virtually and overseeing the dog training intervention, which is delivered off site. Some weekend and evening availability is required. The Research Assistant will be supervised by Dr. Kristen Jacobson. The position requires a commitment to compliance with regulatory policies and direct interaction with research subjects.



Responsibilities

• Recruitresearchsubjects.Performaphonescreen and check medical records for eligibility.
  
  


• Conductclinicalinterviewsandneuropsychologicaltesting.Assessdiagnosticstatus,symptomseverity,andcurrentcognitivefunctioninginallresearchparticipants.Trainingonallmeasureswillbeprovided.
  
  


• Collectsandentersdata.Assistsinanalysisofdataandwithpreparationofreports,manuscriptsandotherdocuments.
  
  


• Miscellaneousresearchactivities,includingadministrationofforms/questionnairestosubjects,maintaininglabrecords,troubleshooting, making arrangements for subject payments, orderingsupplies,placingreminderphonecalls,makingcopies,andothertasksasneeded.
  
  


• This job provides technical and administrative support in a laboratory environment performing basic laboratory techniques, research and analysis under direction.
  
  


• Collects and enters data. Assists in analysis of data and with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
  
  


• Complies with institution, state and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
  
  


• Performs other related work as needed.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications




Education:

Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).

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Preferred Qualifications




Education:

• Bachelor's degree.
  
  

Experience:

• Two years of relevant research experience.
  
  


• Experience gained in school counts towards this qualification.
  
  

Preferred Competencies

• Knowledge of research technique and methods in relevant scientific field.
  
  


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
  


• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
  
  


• Work both independently and as a team member.
  
  


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Work independently for periods of eight (8) hours or more.
  
  

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
  
  


• Cover Letter (required)
  
  

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.



Job Family



Research



Role Impact



Individual Contributor



FLSA Status



Non-Exempt



Pay Frequency



Biweekly



Scheduled
Weekly Hours



40



Benefits Eligible



Yes



Drug Test Required



No



Health Screen Required



No



Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required



No



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