Research Technician II - College of Social Work
- Employer
- The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- Location
- Knoxville, TN
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- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Research Technician II - College of Social Work Regular, Full-time, Market Range 03 JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The purpose of this position is to recruit and sustain enrollment of all research participants in a NIH funded randomized clinical trial treating 550 young adults who have a cannabis use disorder. The Research Technician will focus on all modalities of recruitment e.g., campus-based recruitment, flyers, signage, digital signs, campus radio, and social media and enrollment including consenting, screening, survey assessments, and biological assessments. They will assist the project coordinator in all aspects of the study with specific attention on participant recruitment, enrollment, monitoring the texting intervention, participant communication, and responding to inquiries. This position will work under the direct supervision of the project coordinator. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the research team in all modalities of recruiting participants. This will include engaging in systematic campus-based recruitment by manning a recruitment table, posting and checking campus and community flyers and signage, and checking digital signs, campus radio, and social media for study recruitment information.
- Enroll participants into the study. This will include explaining the study to participants, consenting participants, checking screen results, setting up baseline surveys, explaining which condition the participant is allocated, testing participant phone for accurately receiving intervention and all phone-based surveys, explaining and collecting a biological assessment (urine) from participants, making sure participants understand the study schedule of surveys, incentive payments, and other procedural information.
- Document each procedure as defined in the study protocol.
- Meet daily with the project coordinator to review progress, concerns, and adjustments as necessary.
- Assist the project coordinator in monitoring the texting intervention by conducting systematic reviews of texting content.
- Monitor participant communication and inquires.
- Assist the project coordinator in monitoring follow-up surveys and necessary communication.
- Follow all standard operation procedures related to their positions detailed in the study protocol.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:EDUCATION: At minimum, applicant must hold a bachelor's degree in psychology, public health, social work, or related field. 1 year experience of working in a university research lab conducting clinical or related research. Preferably experience working in a university research lab conducting randomized clinical trials treating substance use or mental health.EXPERIENCE: The ideal candidate will have knowledge of research design, participant engagement, research procedures working with human subjects, and assessment procedures. Skills in being able to follow complex research protocols. Ability to meet a human subject training requirements (CITI, clinical research trainings suggested by NIH). Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing. Knowledge of scientific procedures including documentation and protocols typically utilized in psychological and public health research. WORK SCHEDULE: .This position may occasional work evenings and weekends.
Job: Research Technical
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Center For Behavioral Health Research
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Jul 23, 2021, 12:30:23 PM
Organization
Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion
UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.
The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.
Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.
As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.
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