Human Research Technologist (Sleep Research Assistant) - Psychiatry Research

The Pennsylvania State University; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in medical research is seeking a Human Research Technologist to support innovative sleep research projects. This role involves collaborating with diverse teams to manage data, recruit participants, and ensure the integrity of research protocols. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to engage in observational studies and clinical trials, contributing to advancements in behavioral therapy. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position offers a supportive environment for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about research and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience in research or data management.
• Experience in collecting and analyzing biological samples is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in various sleep research projects and data management tasks.
• Recruit and schedule participants for lab visits and studies.
• Ensure accurate data entry and maintain participant confidentiality.

Skills

Data Management

Behavioral Therapy

Data Collection

Technical Troubleshooting

Polysomnography (PSG)

Phlebotomy Knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Actigraphy

12-lead EKGs

Job description

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry Research, in Hershey, PA, is seeking a Human Research Technologist (Sleep Research Assistant) to support various sleep research projects. The candidate will assist in developing project-specific sleep data management documentation and collaborate with project coordinators, statisticians, clinical investigators, and other personnel to plan and implement data management tasks.

Work Hours: First and second shifts as required by the sleep study schedule, including some weekends. Typical hours are 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. or 2 p.m. - 10 p.m.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Participating in observational cohort studies, experimental studies, and clinical trials involving behavioral therapy.
• Recruiting and scheduling subjects/participants for lab visits.
• Maintaining subject/participant databases and obtaining informed consent.
• Organizing lab materials, conducting data collection using questionnaires and interviews, and monitoring data accuracy.
• Troubleshooting technical issues and maintaining protocol integrity.
• Monitoring safety and confidentiality of the project and participants.
• Coding and scoring observational data.
• Ensuring accurate data entry and reconciliation per PI guidelines.
• Learning and performing actigraphy, polysomnography (PSG), 12-lead EKGs, and performance testing.
• Training others in data collection, entry, scoring, and interpretation.
• Preparing reports on data collection and discussing results with team members.

This position typically requires an Associate's degree or higher (Master's preferred) plus 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience collecting and analyzing biological samples (saliva, urine, blood) and knowledge of phlebotomy are desirable but not required.

This is a limited-term position funded for one year, with the possibility of renewal.

Required clearances:

• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance
• FBI Criminal Background Check

The university is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of inclusive excellence and supporting diversity initiatives.

The salary range for this position is $42,100.00 - $61,000.00. Additional information on Penn State's salary structure can be found here.

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