Research Assistant III - Sleep & Behavioral Neuroscience (Grant-Funded)

CHEManager International; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CHEManager International in Pittsburgh supports the Sleep and Behavioral Neuroscience Center (SBNC) as an entry-level research assistant. The role assists polysomnographic technologists in the accurate collection of electrophysiological data and supports protocol-specific study procedures.

The position includes monitoring data-acquisition devices, administering assessments, collecting samples, and obtaining vital signs, with grant-funding status noted. UPMC equality policy applies to applicants.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Some college coursework preferred.
• Familiarity with computers and common software packages required.
• Knowledge of research methodology strongly preferred.
• Prior research experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist polysomnographic technologists with data collection.
• Monitor data-acquisition devices.
• Administer forms and paper-based or computerized assessments.
• Collect, label, and store urine and saliva samples.
• Accurately obtain participant and patient vital signs.
• Perform entry level research related functions in support of a research project(s).
• Perform more advanced clerical and/or data entry responsibilities.

Skills

Computer literacy

Research methodology knowledge

Research experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college

Job description

CHEManager International in Pittsburgh supports the Sleep and Behavioral Neuroscience Center (SBNC) as an entry-level research assistant. The role assists polysomnographic technologists in the accurate collection of electrophysiological data and supports protocol-specific study procedures.

The position includes monitoring data-acquisition devices, administering assessments, collecting samples, and obtaining vital signs, with grant-funding status noted. UPMC equality policy applies to applicants.