Research Program Assistant – MUSC (Charleston, SC)

Clinical Psych Grad School; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant research team focused on innovative technology-based interventions for smoking cessation and depression treatment. This entry-level clinical research position offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment. With a full-time weekday schedule, you will engage in varied duties, including virtual participant contacts and research support. This role is ideal for those pursuing a career in psychology or related health disciplines, providing pathways for professional growth and opportunities to present at scientific conferences. Experience the beauty of Charleston while contributing to impactful research.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position for individuals interested in clinical research.
• Experience with database management is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual participant contacts including screening and assessment.
• Assist with regulatory documentation and database management.

Skills

Clinical Research

Database Management

Participant Assessment

Regulatory Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or Related Field

Tools

REDCap

Job description

Join our Tobacco and Telehealth Research Program and be a part of an exciting team doing innovative research. We have one position available with a flexible start date. The position is led within a vibrant research team, led by Dr. Jennifer Dahne, and is primarily focused on studies of technology-based interventions for smoking cessation and depression treatment within medical settings. This position offers a great opportunity for an entry level clinical research job for individuals interested in a career in psychology or a related health discipline (medicine, nursing), particularly those steering toward clinical research.

A full-time, weekday schedule is required. Duties will be varied but consist primarily of:

1. Virtual participant contacts (screening, consenting, assessment)
2. Associated research support (database management and entry)
3. Assistance with regulatory documentation

Research staff work across multiple studies within a small, tightly knit, and fun research team comprised of a program manager, program coordinators, research assistants, statisticians, and trainees (high school students, predoctoral interns, postdoctoral fellows). Experience with database development and management within REDCap is preferred, but not required. Possibilities for upward advancement are possible, as are opportunities for presentation at scientific conferences. Opportunities for professional learning are always available through frequent and diverse campus seminars, journal clubs, and more.

This position is based within the Department of Psychiatry at the Medical University of South Carolina, located in beautiful and historic Charleston, SC. Excellent restaurants, outdoor activities, and beaches are available to all.

Specific information, job duties, and instructions to apply can be found here: Job Application Link. This position listing will be open until a suitable candidate is identified. Diverse applicants are strongly encouraged to apply!

Questions?
Jennifer Dahne, PhD: [e-mail]
Noelle Natale (Program Manager): [e-mail]