Part-time Human Research Technologist

Penn State University; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Hershey, PA, seeks a part-time Human Research Technologist. The role involves conducting overnight sleep studies, monitoring research recordings, and maintaining lab equipment. Candidates should preferably have RPSGT credentials, and work hours are flexible, including nights and weekends. This position offers up to 40 hours per week for a maximum of 16 weeks alongside a commitment to equity and inclusivity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) strongly preferred.
• Prior training in sleep studies with suitable work experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for all overnight sleep research recordings.
• Monitor and track research studies to ensure quality control.
• Collect and analyze biological samples such as saliva and urine.

Skills

Polysomnographic techniques

Data management

Collaboration

Job description

Part-time Human Research Technologist page is loaded## Part-time Human Research Technologistlocations: College of Medicinetime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000076740# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please to complete the. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete . **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see .** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, in Hershey, PA, is seeking a candidate for a PT Human Research Technologist to explain study aspects and procedures, maintain lab equipment, apply electrodes and monitor overnight sleep studies.As a sleep technician, the position will be accountable for all overnight sleep research recordings (including consecutive night studies) for clinical trials in human subjects; monitor and track research study files to ensure quality control of data collected.Work Hours: 3rd shift, including some weekends. This position is **up to 40 hours a we**ek **for a maximum assignment length of 16 weeks**. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:* Accountable for all overnight sleep research recordings; monitor and track research studies to ensure quality control.* Perform PSGs and participate in the collection of Actigraphy, and other research participant data.* Maintain supplies for sleep laboratory as well as recording equipment to ensure it is in working order at all times for research studies.* Collect and analyze biological samples (saliva, urine)* Participate in aspects of sleep data management for assigned projects including: update and maintain databases; resolve problem data issues; track data collection forms, and other project materials; perform verification procedures.* Collaborate with project coordinators, clinical investigators, clinical personnel, and other data management personnel to plan and implement sleep data management tasks for research projects.**Work Hours**: Part time, up to 40 hours per week, for 16 weeks. PRN hours, working 3rd shift, including weekends, 8:30 pm-8:30 amQualifications: Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) strongly preferred. Will consider candidates with prior training in sleep studies who have suitable work experience. **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review . **EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.