Research Associate Job at Lensa, Pittsburgh, PA

RStFam90V0MxRTFrcG15RzhIN1hSVldNWXc9PQ==
  • Lensa
  • Pittsburgh, PA

Job Description

Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, UPMC, is seeking professionals in Pittsburgh, PA. Apply via Lensa today!

The EMBRACE Lab is part of the department of Psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh. We conduct research on the development of severe psychopathology, including suicide, personality disorders, and aggression. Our research studies focus on dyadic relationships that are central to risk and resilience for these disorders. The Research Associate will be responsible for recruitment and screening of participants, assessments, data processing and management. The temporary Research Associate will be assisting with recruiting and consenting participants, run lab visits, data entry and cleaning.

This position is grant funded.

Responsibilities

  • Contact and schedule potential participants from a designated pool of individuals who have agreed to be contacted for research studies.
  • Conduct subject searches to locate subjects who are unable to be contacted.
  • Explain research protocol and obtain informed consent from participants.
  • Conduct on-line and/or library searches as needed by the PI as necessary.
  • Perform phone interviews for research project protocol(s) as needed.
  • Maintain and update subject information database.
  • Conduct interviews with research participants under supervision as needed.
  • Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Counseling, Sociology or related research field or current enrollment in a related Bachelor's Degree program with direct experience in a research environment required.
  • Familiarity with computers and common software packages required.
  • Prior related work experience in a research setting preferred.
  • Working knowledge of research methodology strongly preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, And Clearances

  • Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
  • Act 33 with renewal
  • Act 34 with renewal
  • Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Job Tags

Temporary work, Work experience placement,

Similar Jobs

Maania Consultancy Services

Helpdesk Specialist with Active Secret Job at Maania Consultancy Services

 ...Position Name: Helpdesk Specialist Tier II Position Type: Full-time Permanent Location: Fort Belvoir, VA Security Clearance...  ...ticketing system experience and one (1) year of experience in remote desk takeover tools and usage. Experience meeting service level... 

Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe

Hourly Manager Job at Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe

 ...Picklemans sandwich begins with Great Bread, and can be customized to meet your liking. Lightly toasted on the outside and warm and chewy on the inside, you are guaranteed to love our gourmet sandwiches. Picklemans sandwich selection ranges from classic subs like our... 

enexusglobal

Mainframe Developer Job at enexusglobal

 ...~7+ years of experience in mainframe development. ~ Proficiency in COBOL , JCL (Job Control Language) , and VSAM . ~ Experience with DB2 or other mainframe databases. ~ Strong understanding of mainframe architecture, CICS online processing and batch... 

Shavano Family Practice

Data Entry Operator/ Data Entry Clerk- Remote Work From Home Job at Shavano Family Practice

 ...quickly identify data errors and demonstrate precision in their work. Data Entry Operator Responsibilities: Gathering, collating...  ...capturing and office management software such as MS Office and Google Suite. The ability to manage and process high volumes of data... 

GAT Airline Ground Support

Airport Ramp Agent Job at GAT Airline Ground Support

 ...Ramp agents have fast-paced careers and should be comfortable working in any weather, including rain, snow, and heat. The ideal candidate...  ...record Pass a physical agility test, depending on the airline Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to help achieve team...