Part Time Research Assistant- Stress Psychophysiology Lab

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated research assistants to join their innovative Stress Psychophysiology Lab. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in the field of health and human development. You will assist in designing experiments, analyzing data, and recruiting participants, all while gaining valuable experience in a collaborative environment. With flexible hours and a focus on professional growth, this position is ideal for those passionate about research and making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting research and data analysis.
• Ability to recruit and schedule participants for studies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and execution of research projects.
• Collect, process, and present research data.
• Train users in equipment operation and research techniques.

Skills

Data Analysis

Research Design

Participant Recruitment

Technical Writing

Equipment Operation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or related field

Tools

Statistical Software

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Stress Psychophysiology Lab in the Department of Biobehavioral Health in the College of Health and Human Development is seeking research assistants to work up to 24 hours per week, starting mid-May.

The Research Assistant/Associate performs a variety of specialized tasks associated with designing and conducting research projects/experiments; collects, correlates, analyzes, summarizes, and reports on data; recruits and schedules participants for studies; informs participants of research information in accordance with established protocols; maintains participant records; oversees and monitors laboratory research procedures and recordings to ensure quality control and compliance; trains users in equipment operation and research techniques; may oversee laboratory operations.

Duties include:

• Assist in the development, design, and execution of research projects, under general direction of senior research personnel and according to standard protocols or research plans; contribute to experiments/tests in the laboratory/field to test, prove, or modify theoretical propositions; collect, process, and present data

• Initiate or contribute to data analysis for use in technical reports, documents, proposals, or oral/written presentations

• Recruit and schedule subjects for clinical trials; describe the study, procedures, risks, benefits, and eligibility requirements

• Draft protocols, abstracts, and consent forms; coordinate abstraction of patient data from charts in compliance with protocols; assure the collection of subject data based on protocol

• Train users and other employees in equipment operation, research techniques, data recording functions; explain and demonstrate technology and equipment capabilities

• May oversee lab or facility operations, schedule and maintain records, maintain project budget, and maintain inventory

• Provide support for a research project such as gathering, summarizing, interpreting, and disseminating information on laws, policies, industry standards, emerging trends in a field of study, etc.

• May contribute to proposal drafts to obtain grant funding

• Serve as liaison with various research parties including Principal Investigators, research faculty, physicians, other University research offices and external research agencies

Compensation starts at $14 per hour.

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