Laboratory Assistant

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Lab Coordinator to support research initiatives in the Psychology and Neuroscience Department. This role includes managing research assistants, ensuring compliance with IRB regulations, and collaborating with graduate students and faculty on various projects. Ideal candidates will have a background in psychology and strong skills in research methods and software.

Benefits

Professional training opportunities

Exclusive retail and restaurant discounts

Savings on local child care

Special rates for performing arts events

Qualifications

• Familiarity with research in psychology or related field required.
• Skills in using common software packages essential.
• Strong interpersonal skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of research assistants and pursue lab goals.
• Assist with IRB approval and scheduling participants.
• Organize activities for writing research projects.

Skills

Research in psychology

Software skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Course work in Psychology

Tools

Statistical software (e.g., R)

Job description

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The primary purpose of the Psychology and Neuroscience Department is to provide excellent education, research and service in the field. This goal breaks down into four important components: 1) to teach psychology and neuroscience to undergraduates in a manner that will introduce them vigorously to its broad scope; 2) to offer scientific and professional training to graduate students in the areas of behavioral and integrative neuroscience, clinical, cognitive, developmental, quantitative, and social psychology; 3) to carry out cutting-edge research in these areas, and 4) to provide consulting and administrative support services to the science and profession of psychology as well as to the university, the community, the state, and the nation.

The Department consists of six programs: behavioral and integrative neuroscience; clinical psychology; cognitive psychology; developmental psychology; quantitative psychology, and social psychology. Each program is designed to acquaint the student thoroughly with the theoretical and research content of the specialty and to provide training in the research skills needed to become a competent and creative investigator. In addition, the programs focus on the development of appropriate professional skills.

The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience ranks 2nd in the College in grant funding with over $12 million annually in grant expenditures and approximately $20 million annually in expenditures from all funds. The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience has the largest undergraduate major in the College of Arts and Sciences with approximately 1500 majors, and one of the largest graduate Ph.D. programs with approximately 120 graduate students. The Department is also home to four community clinics which generate fee revenue (Adult Clinic, Anxiety Clinic, Child and Family Clinic, Couples Clinic), known collectively as the UNC Psychology and Neuroscience Community Clinic (the Clinic).

Position Summary

The primary purpose of the Lab Coordinator position is to assist in managing a team of research assistants to pursue the research goals of the laboratory, working with Dr. Rodebaugh and his team of graduate students to ensure smooth operation. In addition, the coordinator will assist in obtaining and maintaining IRB approval, scheduling and compensating participants, and organizing all activities required for writing up research projects. If the coordinator has the appropriate skills and interests, the coordinator may join authorship teams for journal articles and presentations.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Demonstrated possession of competencies necessary to perform the work.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Familiarity with research in psychology or related field.
Skills in using common software packages.
Strong interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Course work in Psychology or related field.
Experience with IRB protocols and the IRB approval process.
Experience managing research teams.
Experience with statistical software such as R.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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