Temporary Lab Assistant

University of Louisville; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Temporary Lab Assistant to support vital research in the Eating Anxiety and Treatment Laboratory. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with clinical studies related to eating disorders, where you will assist in data collection, project design, and communication with diverse populations. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational and technical skills, along with a passion for psychological research. Join a collaborative environment dedicated to advancing understanding in this critical field, while gaining valuable experience in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of related experience or equivalent education and training.
• Interest in psychological research and experience with clinical populations.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with research sites and participants via various methods.
• Assist with project design, data collection, and grant applications.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Technical Skills

Data Collection

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

SPSS

Redcap

Job description

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Minimum Requirements: Six or more years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience.

Department: Eating Anxiety and Treatment Laboratory, Department of Psychology

Location: Belknap Campus

Time Type: Full-time

Worker Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Job Req ID: R105698

Position Description: The Eating Anxiety and Treatment laboratory is seeking full-time or part-time Lab Assistants to support clinical and non-clinical studies related to eating disorders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

1. Communicate with research sites and participants via email, in person, and over the phone;
2. Assist with project design and organization;
3. Assist with data collection in the lab, online, and in the clinic;
4. Assist with grant applications, data entry, and coding;
5. Supervise undergraduate and graduate assistants;
6. Maintain databases;
7. Perform general organizational activities.

Preferred Qualifications: Interest in psychological research, experience with clinical populations, strong technical skills, and a commitment of at least 2 years (extendable). Candidates should be sociable, self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and in teams.

Competencies: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SPSS, Redcap, and effective communication with diverse populations. Ability to follow detailed research protocols and supervise research assistants.

Compensation: Will be commensurate with experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. For accommodations, contact [e-mail] or 502.852.6258.