Research Assistant - Roanoke, United States - State of Virginia

State of Virginia Roanoke, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

Job Description

A full-time research assistant is being sought to support multiple NIH-funded projects in the labs of Dr. Pearl Chiu (lab information), Dr. Brooks Casas (lab information) and Dr. Read Montague at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech Carilion in Roanoke, Virginia. This position is based in Phoenix, Arizona, supporting activities at our collaborative research sites.

Research assistants are an essential part of the scientific team and play a lead role in enrolling research participants, recording and managing study data, and maintaining positive communication with research participants.

The successful team member will be highly detail-oriented, organized, and skilled with monitoring and adjusting priorities, problem solving, and generally ensuring the day-to-day implementation of the research studies.

Data collection involves various modalities:
behavioral tasks, use of electrochemical recording equipment, clinical assessments and/or interviews. Training and supervision will be provided for all aspects of the position.

The research assistant will interact with clinical research participant populations prior to experiments (for example, informing them about the proposed experiment and obtaining informed consent); conducting study procedures in a clinical setting (such as an operating room or recovery suite during their stay in the hospital); interacting with the subjects after the experimental protocol (for example, paying them for their participation, and obtaining further behavioral or biological sample data); keeping careful records of the interaction with participant; adhering to Research Center and Hospital procedures including personal protective equipment protocols, performing other tasks related to the successful completion of research protocols and the effective operation of the scanners and research center.

Required Qualifications

Facility with computer tools such as MS Word, Excel, Access and Outlook.
Demonstrated ability to work well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to learn new technical and operational processes and adapt well to changes.
Demonstrated interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills with strong attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

Coursework or degree in engineering, psychology, biology, neuroscience or closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of principles and practices of organization, planning, records management and general administration.
Demonstrated communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to follow instructions.
Previous research experience.

Pay Band

3

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate

Review Date

5/20/2024

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers.

A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity.

The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College.

The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers.

A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Brittany Shelton at during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

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