Research Associate (Lab Operations Lead) - Lifespan Stress and Health Lab - Dietrich College

Davita Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university is seeking a full-time Research Associate for the Lifespan Stress and Health Lab. The role involves overseeing data collection projects, managing biological protocols, and supervising undergraduate teams. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills, contributing to the mission of practical problem-solving and community engagement.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance

Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions

Tuition benefits

Ample paid time off and observed holidays

Life and accidental death insurance

Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass

Access to Family Concierge Team

Fitness center access

Qualifications

• Prior experience in research and/or academic settings.
• Experience working with youth and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience and comfort performing biological protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide research-related support in recruitment and data collection.
• Conduct interviews with youth and caregivers.
• Supervise a team of undergraduate research assistants.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

Bachelor's Degree in Biology

Bachelor's Degree in Neuroscience

Bachelor's Degree in Public Health

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that challenges the curious and hardworking to deliver work that matters. Our extraordinary institution has distinctive areas of excellence and a culture marked by ambition and a deep, practical engagement with challenges facing society. We continue to produce versatile alumni and draw faculty and staff eager to be a part of the university's creative, dedicated and close-knit community. We place emphasis on practical problem solving, interdisciplinary learning, a transformative spirit, and collaboration

The Lifespan Stress and Health Lab is in the Department of Psychology in Dietrich College at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA. Our lab investigates how early adversity and stress shape psychological and biological processes that influence health across development. We use a range of methods, including daily experience sampling, biological sampling, and laboratory-based paradigms.

Our lab is seeking a full time Research Associate to lead our laboratory operations. This position will be an appointment for 1-year. This role will involve supporting multiple data collection projects, overseeing biological protocols such as collecting cell cultures, blood draws and immunoassays as well as supervisor on a small team.

Core Responsibilities

• Providing various forms of research-related support, including recruitment of community samples
• Conducting interviews with youth and caregivers
• Process payment of participants, and laboratory and data maintenance.
• Training in biological data collection, including blood draws, cell culture, and immunoassays.
• Supervise a team of undergraduate research assistants.

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within CMU. Collaboration and interpersonal sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Biology, Neuroscience, Public Health or a related field
• Prior experience in research and/or academic settings
• Experience working with you and families from diverse backgrounds
• Experience and comfort performing biological protocols
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills
• A combination of education and proven experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Additional Information:

• Successful background check investigation

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insuranceas well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

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

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it's about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Researchers

Position Type

Staff - Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Hourly

More Information:

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