Professional Research Assistant
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- University of Colorado Boulder
- Location
- Boulder, Colorado
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- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
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- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
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Requisition Number:18412Location: Boulder, Colorado Employment Type:Research FacultySchedule:Part-Time Close All Job SummaryA half-time (50%) Professional Research Assistant position is available in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience under the direction of Joanna Arch, Ph.D. Dr. Arch’s research focuses on anxiety disorders and mindfulness-based behavioral interventions particularly in the context of cancer.
The position involves joint responsibility for the daily coordination of a National Cancer Institute-funded randomized pilot trial of an online behavioral intervention for promoting greater medication adherence among breast cancer survivors. The project is conducted in collaboration with community cancer care sites throughout Colorado. We are looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and committed research assistant with outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills. Strong writing and basic statistical analytic or basic computer programming skills are preferred, as is experience working with medical populations. Experience working with REDCap, SPSS, and/or Qualtrics and strong computer skills is also preferred. What Your Key Responsibilities Will BeWork will include, but not be limited to:
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.Posting Contact Name: Sarah GenungPosting Contact Email: sarah.genung@colorado.eduThe University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The position involves joint responsibility for the daily coordination of a National Cancer Institute-funded randomized pilot trial of an online behavioral intervention for promoting greater medication adherence among breast cancer survivors. The project is conducted in collaboration with community cancer care sites throughout Colorado. We are looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and committed research assistant with outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills. Strong writing and basic statistical analytic or basic computer programming skills are preferred, as is experience working with medical populations. Experience working with REDCap, SPSS, and/or Qualtrics and strong computer skills is also preferred. What Your Key Responsibilities Will BeWork will include, but not be limited to:
- Recruit, screen, enroll and complete participant activities for one or more research studies.
- Use Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software to prescreen patients at collaborating community cancer care centers.
- Communicate study information to collaborating medical staff regarding recruiting patients.
- Provide technical support for any issues with study devices, surveys or online programs with study participants .
- Collaborate in developing, modifying as needed, and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for research protocols. Work closely with other team members to ensure consistent compliance.
- Attend all necessary research and supervisory meetings; report updates on recruitment status, enrollment numbers and completion statistics.
- Assist in creating and maintaining project collection databases as well as enter all study-related data.
- Assist in the organization of research data for presentations, papers, and grant applications including assisting in manuscript preparation.
- Submit amendments, continuing reviews and reportable events to the IRB and other oversight bodies as needed.
- Research management duties include ordering laboratory supplies, tracking of orders and expenses, scheduling team meetings and maintenance of laboratory equipment and computers.
- Oversee compliance with university and departmental policies regarding student engagement in research studies (e.g., mentoring frequency, appropriate roles/responsibilities, confidentiality).
- Oversee student/volunteer research assistants, maintaining a cohesive team and positive atmosphere.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
Be StatementsBe Balanced. Be Proactive. Be Boulder.What We Require- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or a related field as well as experience working with anxiety, women’s health, or psycho-oncology research and populations.
- Applicants should be willing to commit to a one-year appointment.
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- List of References
- Letter of recommendation (non-confidential)
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.Posting Contact Name: Sarah GenungPosting Contact Email: sarah.genung@colorado.eduThe University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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