Research Coordinator - PINS
- Employer
- The University of Georgia
- Location
- Athens Area
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- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
S05748P
Working Title:Research Coordinator - PINS
Department:VPR-Owens Inst Behavioral Rsch
About the University of Georgia:The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department:OIBR stimulates, supports, and sustains innovation and infrastructure in the Social
and Behavioral Sciences. Our impact lies in the fact that we catalyze high-impact multi-disciplinary research. The mission of OIBR addresses the world’s most pressing health, economic, social, educational, and policy challenges through the facilitation and promotion of social and behavioral science research.
https://oibr.uga.edu
Posting Type:External
Retirement Plan:TRS
Employment Type:Employee
Benefits Eligibility:Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time:Full Time
Additional Schedule Information:Monday – Friday 8AM – 5PM
Advertised Salary:$25,175 - $40,000
Posting Date:02/26/2021
Open until filled:Yes
Proposed Starting Date:04/01/2021
Location of Vacancy:Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement:The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Classification Title:Research Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA:Non-Exempt
Job Family:Laboratory-Research
FTE:1.00
Minimum Qualifications:Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications:Bachelors degree in psychology, neuroscience, or related field.
Position Summary:This research coordinator position is within the Clinical Affective Neuroscience lab directed by Dr. Gregory Strauss. The research coordinator will be involved in the clinical aspects of the research program and coordinating day-to-day responsibilities for the research protocol.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:•Basic understanding and knowledge of scientific/medical terminology and research.
•Skill in statistical interpretation and data analysis using Excel, Access, SPSS, as well as other word processing, spreadsheet and database management software applications.
•Detail oriented person who understands the importance accountability in research.
•Ability to work as part of a team.
•Excellent organizational and project management skills.
•Excellent communication skills in order to interview research volunteers to determine study eligibility, to interact with staff from various programs and institutions, and to conduct experimental sessions.
•Ability to independently perform or lead research activities.
•Ability to participate in the design of research studies and preparation of technical procedures and reports.
Sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 20 lbs and carrying up to 20 lbs.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?:No
Is this a Position of Trust?:Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:Yes
Does this position require a P-Card? :No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:Yes
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):No
Credit and P-Card policy:Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities:Coordinates with principal investigator to help ensure that clinical research and related activities are performed in accordance with federal and university regulations, sponsored agency policies, and procedures.
Percentage of time:40
Duties/Responsibilities:Responsible for scheduling, recruitment, interviewing participants, performing neuropsychological and computerized testing (collecting clinical, cognitive, and fMRI data). This involves being responsible for handling petty cash for research participant incentives.
Percentage of time:40
Duties/Responsibilities:Supervising data entry for the UGA site, uploading it to the online system, and coordinating with the lab coordinator at the other sites.
Percentage of time:20
Organization
The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest and most comprehensive institution of higher education. Founded in 1785, it is the birthplace of public higher education in America.
Today, UGA enrolls more than 40,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The main campus has 460 buildings on 767 acres of land. The total acreage of UGA in 30 Georgia counties is 41,539. UGA has 18 colleges and schools, which include Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Business, Ecology, Education, Engineering, Environment and Design, Family and Consumer Sciences, Forestry and Natural Resources, Graduate School, Journalism and Mass Communication, Law, Pharmacy, Public Health, Public and International Affairs, Social Work, Veterinary Medicine, and the Honors College. It offers 24 baccalaureate degrees in more than 140 fields; 33 master’s degrees in 144 fields; 8 educational specialist degrees; four doctoral degrees in 99 areas; professional degrees in law, pharmacy and veterinary medicine; and more than 170 study-abroad and exchange programs. UGA Libraries rank among the nation’s best research libraries and contain a total of 5.3 million volumes and one of nation’s largest map collections. The university has had 25 recipients of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, making it one of the nation’s top Rhodes producers among public universities. UGA is home of the Peabody Awards, presented annually for distinguished achievement and meritorious public service for television, podcast/radio, and digital media. It also is home of Georgia’s State Botanical Garden, state Museum of Art and State Museum of Natural History. Additionally, UGA has one of the largest and most comprehensive public service and outreach programs conducted by an American educational institution.
- Telephone
- 706-542-3000
- Location
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215 S. Jackson St.
Athens
Georgia
30602
US
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