Human Research Technologist - Keller Lab

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University’s Department of Nutritional Sciences invites applications for a Human Research Technologist to contribute to a federally funded longitudinal study on pediatric obesity prevention. The role includes overseeing protocol development, participant recruitment, and day-to-day execution of the study.

You will develop SOPs, establish data collection forms in REDCap, and work with a team of staff, faculty, and graduate students to implement recruitment, data collection, and data

Qualifications

• Experience conducting human research in nutrition or related field.
• Experience working with children and families.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop SOPs for a Federally funded longitudinal study in children.
• Establish data collection forms, surveys, and protocol instructions in REDCap.
• Collaborate with staff, faculty, and graduate students to implement recruitment, data collection, and data processing pipelines.
• Assign data processing and lab testing procedures to undergraduate research assistants.
• Assist with recruitment activities and engage community stakeholders to disseminate study information.
• Deliver training to research assistants to ensure adherence to study protocol.
• Coordinate with staff to complete purchases for study materials and rectify expenses promptly.

Skills

Research coordination

Child & family experience

Organizational skills

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

The Department of Nutritional Sciences in the College of Health and Human Development is seeking a Human Research Technologist. This position will work on a Federally funded longitudinal study on pediatric obesity prevention and will oversee protocol development, participant recruitment, and day-to-day execution of the study.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop standard operating procedures for a Federally funded longitudinal study in children
• Establish data collection forms, surveys, and protocol instructions in Redcap for delivery
• Work as part of an inter-disciplinary team with full-time staff members, faculty, and graduate students to implement a pipeline for participant recruitment, data collection, and data processing
• Assign data processing and laboratory testing procedures to undergraduate research assistants
• Assist with ongoing and planned recruitment activities and identify new recruitment opportunities in the community and network with community stakeholders to disseminate information about ongoing studies
• Deliver training to research assistants to ensure successful adherence to study protocol
• Coordinate with other research staff to complete purchases for study materials and foods and rectify expenses in a timely fashion

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate should have experience with conducting human research studies in the field of nutrition or a related field. Experience working with children and families. Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

• Associate Degree
• No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education.
• Required Certifications: None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

• PA State Police Criminal Background Check
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
• Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $40,608.00 - $58,836.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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