Part-Time Cannabis Research Assistant - Evenings/Nights

New York State Psychiatry Institute; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene seeks a part-time Research Support Assistant III to support a residential cannabis research laboratory. The role involves observing participants, recording data, and assisting with regulatory compliance; starting immediately for a one-year commitment.

Evening and night shifts are required, with approximately 20 hours per week. Strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail are essential. Training will be provided.

Qualifications

• A minimum of (2) years college experience, or an associate's degree required.
• Taken courses regarding psychiatric and human subject's research.
• Willingness to work evening and night shifts.
• Availability to complete required training.
• At least 1 year of experience with Microsoft Suite and REDCap.
• Experience with human subjects research environments. Experience working night and/or 3rd shift.
• Interest in novel psychopharmacology, psychology, and psychiatric studies.

Responsibilities

• Research Laboratory Assistant will electronically record participants' behaviors, communicate with participants, and record/manage data.
• Incumbent will assist in operational activities, participant phone screening, data collection, transfer and entry, regulatory compliance (e.g. HIPAA), credit card handling, vitals measurement (e.g. blood pressure, heart rate, carbon monoxide, breathalyzer), food handling, and inventory maintenance.
• Research Assistants will work under the supervision of the Principal Investigators of the Cannabis Research Laboratory.

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Suite

REDCap

Job description

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene seeks a part-time Research Support Assistant III to support a residential cannabis research laboratory. The role involves observing participants, recording data, and assisting with regulatory compliance; starting immediately for a one-year commitment.

Evening and night shifts are required, with approximately 20 hours per week. Strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail are essential. Training will be provided.