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    Research Assistant 1 - New Haven, United States - Yale School of Medicine

    Yale School of Medicine
    Yale School of Medicine New Haven, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Full time
    Description

    Position Focus:

    We are seeking a Research Assistant to assist with clinical diagnostics and assessments for Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging studies conducted by Dr. Margaret Davis. The Research Assistant would coordinate and conduct Structured Clinical Interviews for DSM Disorders (SCID) as well as administer various mood/trauma assessments. Individual will assist with study recruitment and scheduling, screening of study participants, obtaining informed consent, as well as additional functions incidental to research activities.

    Studies the Research Assistant will principally be working on several neuroimaging studies focused on understanding the relationship between trauma related psychopathology. Specifically, the individual would play a significant role in the conduct (participant recruitment, screening, assessment, scanning) of on 2 active PET studies examining potential treatment targets for suicidal behavior in borderline personality disorder. Studies involve comprehensive psychiatric and assessment and physical, suicide risk assessment, PET and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans, and cognitive testing.

    The lab is also involved in completing projects geared toward understanding of the effects of other disorders (bipolar, major depression) on brain neurochemistry and development of psychopathology in adults.

    Prefer candidates that are available for 2 years minimum as this study will last 5.

    Essential Duties

    1. Researches and collects data through site or home visit intakes; library research; structured interviews; or through other means for designated research assignments. 2. Records and compiles information related to research data. Codes data accordingly to research specifications. Uses a computer terminal to input and retrieve data and to generate reports. 3. Processes and summarizes data using scientific or statistical techniques. Assists in data interpretation and analyses. Reports on status of research activities. 4. Recruits study participants and ensures that subject recruitment and follow-up are completed per protocol procedures. 5. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies. May assist in designing, developing, and modifying research experiments, procedures, or survey instruments. May assist research and support staff. 6. Performs additional functions incidental to research activities.

    Required Education and Experience

    Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate's degree; or little or no work experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

    Required Skill/Ability 1:

    Ability to work with individuals suffering from a psychiatric disorder. Strong communication skills.

    Required Skill/Ability 2:

    Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

    Required Skill/Ability 3:

    Ability to work well as part of a team.

    Required Skill/Ability 4:

    Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word and Excel.

    Required Skill/Ability 5:

    Excellent time-management skills.

    Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

    Bachelor's degree in psychology. Prior research experience working with individuals suffering from a psychotic disorder. Prior experience with neuroimaging research. Experience performing a SCID (structured clinical Interview for DSM disorders).

    Weekend Hours Required?

    Occasional

    Evening Hours Required?

    Occasional

    Drug Screen

    No

    Health Screening

    No

    Background Check Requirements

    All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

    COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

    The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:

    Posting Disclaimer

    The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

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