Research Coordinator - Lab

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday-Friday; 8 a.m.

- 5 p.m.
Advertised Salary 45,000 Posting Date 07/08/2022 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 08/15/2022 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Research Paraprofessional/Professional FLSA Non-Exempt 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 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.
Physical Demands
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
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