Research Technician I - Saint Louis, United States - Washington University in St. Louis

Description

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Various lab administrative and research assistant responsibilities including coordinating child participant recruitment and data collection for studies of social cognitive development.

Position will include supervision of undergraduate research assistants involved in laboratory testing of child participants, testing participants when necessary, and managing project database.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assisting with testing study participants.
• Supervises undergraduate research assistants involved in testing participants in our laboratory in the Somers Family Building and at off-site test locations including the Saint Louis Science Center and local childcare centers/schools.
• Assists with recruitment of child participants and maintaining database of families interested in participating in research with their children.
• Communicates with the Institutional Review Board as necessary.
• Assists with data organization, storage, and statistical analysis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with digital cameras and computerized testing.
• Experience with Qualtrics and/or other online experiment program(s).
• Experience with Word, Excel, Adobe, Powerpoint/Keynote and related programs.
• Experience with SPSS, R, or other statistical programs.
• Experience conducting research with children preferred, but not required.
• Basic computer skills (word processing, excel).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including with children, parents, teachers, and directors.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification w/some experience or recent college graduate w/little to no experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience equaling four years in related field or achelor's degree in related field.

Grade

R04-H

Salary Range

$ $21.69 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University.

Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

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Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position.

The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks.

All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St.

Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups.

It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment - fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.