Research Technician II, Psychiatry

University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson is seeking a Research Technician II to conduct and support human subjects research within the Department of Psychiatry. The role involves following study protocols, assisting with equipment maintenance, data collection, and participant screening.

Overnight and weekend shifts are required and visa sponsorship is not available. This position offers full benefits and a path to contribute to a dynamic neuroscience program led by Dr.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect data from research participants using computerized tasks and study protocols.
• Maintain detailed study records, and organize, enter, and verify research data.
• Administer and score psychological and neurocognitive assessments and VR tasks according to study protocols.
• Recruit and screen study participants online and in person, applying study eligibility criteria.
• Operate and maintain research equipment and instruments, troubleshoot routine issues.
• Prepare data summaries and quantitative results, and contribute to research reports and study protocols.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Address 1501 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, AZ 85719 USA

Position Highlights

The College of Medicine-Tucson, Department of Psychiatry, is leading the effort to understand, diagnose, treat, and prevent psychiatric disorders, prepare future clinicians, provide state-of-the-art care, and give direction to community efforts to improve behavioral health. We are looking to hire a Research Technician II position that will conduct and support human subjects research. The candidates will adhere to study protocol procedures and administer techniques to fit specific experiment requirements, and assist with the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of equipment, instruments, and apparatuses.

William “Scott” Killgore, PhD, is a Professor of Psychiatry, Psychology, and Neuroscience who joined the University of Arizona on July 1, 2014. He brings an active research program from Harvard Medical School and McLean Hospital, including his Social, Cognitive, and Affective Neuroscience (SCAN) Laboratory. The Lab is devoted to the study of emotional intelligence, PTSD, mTBI, stress, and related conditions. Dr. Killgore’s innovative work is funded by the Department of Defense, and recent research focuses on effects of prolonged sleep deprivation, chronic sleep restriction, and the use of stimulant countermeasures on the cognitive-affective systems within the brain.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

• Overnight and weekend shifts will be required.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collect data from research participants using computerized tasks and study protocols.
• Maintain detailed study records, and organize, enter, and verify research data.
• Administer and score psychological and neurocognitive assessments and virtual reality (VR) tasks according to study protocols, consulting the Principal Investigator or senior staff on non-standard situations.
• Recruit and screen study participants online and in person, applying study eligibility criteria.
• Operate and maintain research equipment and instruments,troubleshoot routine issues.
• Prepare data summaries and quantitative results, and contribute to research reports and study protocols.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work experience with participants.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Research

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$16.50-$20.63

Compensation Type

hourly rate

Grade

3

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
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Career Stream and Level

OC2

Job Family

Research & Lab

Job Function

Research

Type of criminal background check required

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Contact Information for Candidates

Sarah Green

[e-mail]

Open Date

10/2/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

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