Research Assistant – Psychology Department - Dietrich College

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition benefits

Paid time off

Bus pass

Family Concierge service

Gym/facilities access

Employer retirement contributions

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University’s Dietrich College is seeking a Research Assistant to support research on alcohol consumption and alcohol use disorder (AUD). This full-time, on-campus position in the Psychology Department requires flexible hours, including frequent evenings and weekends, with potential days off based on study scheduling.

You will recruit participants, administer procedures, prepare study materials, and help with data management and manuscript preparation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field required.
• 1-3 years of research experience and knowledge of experimental methods in psychology preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical trial environment with flexibility in scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and schedule research participants.
• Run community participants through alcohol research procedures and structured clinical interviews (AUD diagnosis; training provided).
• Prepare materials for research studies; input and analyze data; monitor follow-ups.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and oral communication

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University’s Dietrich College is searching for aResearch Assistant to join their team. This is an excitingopportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting andchallenging work environment. You will contribute to the departmentby providing support by examining responses to alcohol consumptionand the development of alcohol use disorder (AUD). This is afull-time position, on campus with benefits in the PsychologyDepartment.

This position requires substantial flexibility in work hours toaccommodate participant scheduling. The specific days worked willvary from week to week and will include frequent evening andweekend hours. Candidates should expect to work weekends as aroutine part of the position, with occasional alternate days offdepending on study scheduling needs. This position is ideal forindividuals interested in gaining additional research experiencebefore applying to graduate school in psychology.

Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities withinCarnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member whocan effectively interact with a varied population of internal andexternal partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking forsomeone who shares our values and who will support the mission ofthe university through their work.

Core responsibilities include:

• Recruit and schedule research participants
• Run community participants through sensitive researchprocedures (including alcohol administration protocols andstructured clinical interviews to diagnose AUD; training will beprovided)
• Prepare materials for research studies
• Perform video and audio recording assessments, programecological momentary assessment surveys and monitor incomingdata
• Train undergraduate research assistants
• Code video data using reliable and valid coding systems(training provided)
• Input data, analyze data, track participants for follow-up sessions, attend lab meetings
• Maintain lab rooms/supplies/equipment, and preparemanuscripts
• Helping with other lab studies and lab-related tasks will alsobe required

You should demonstrate:

• Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail,and exemplary written and oral communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively as partof a team in a fast-paced clinical trial environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interactcomfortably and effectively with diverse individuals in thecommunity.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field required
• 1-3 years of research experience and knowledge of experimentalmethods in psychology required

A combination of education and relevant experience from whichcomparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a pre-employment backgroundcheck

Additional Information:

• This is a full-time (37.5 hours/week), non-exempt positionbased in Pittsburgh, PA
• Fixed Term: This is a fixed-term position with an estimatedduration of 12 months.
• This role is fully on campus

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptionalbenefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array ofbenefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, andvision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employercontributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits , take well-deserved breaks withample paid time off and observed holidays , and rest easy with life and accidentaldeath and disability insurance.

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit buspass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigatechildcare needs, fitness center access , and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, exploreour Benefits page .

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extendingoffers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role andresponsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledgegained through education and training. We appreciate your uniqueskills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is aboutmore than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for yourprofessional growth and personal aspirations.

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Researchers

Position Type

Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Hourly

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