CNBD Research Professional

Title

MIDB Research Professional 2

Job Code & Class:
Research Professional 2-Research Coordinator-Generalist (8352RG)

Department: OACA

Budgeted Salary Range: $51,355.20 - $60,000

The MIDB is dedicated to fostering the healthy brain function of children across the lifespan with the mission to set and maintain a healthy trajectory for all children toward positive life outcomes through early neurobehavioral and mental health assessment, innovative targeted interventions, informed policy-making, compassionate child‑advocacy, and community education. The MIDB’s basic and clinical research mission is supported by multiple cores, including Analytics, the Center for Neurobehavioral Development, Clinic‑Research Integration, Community Engagement and Education, Informatics, Neuroimaging, Neuromodulation, Tele Outreach, and Translational.

The MIDB Research Professional will assist with research by providing data acquisition and technology support and expertise. The successful candidate will be comfortable learning new technologies and will work with the team of technicians in the Center for Neurobehavioral Development to acquire data for MIDB research projects and provide support for the research center. The position is based on campus; work may be done remotely when appropriate and approved by a manager.

All UMN employees are expected to follow applicable public health and safety procedures.

• Assist with electrophysiologic, biometric, and psychometric testing of developmental populations across multiple projects with varying protocols, timelines, and stakeholder groups.
• Acquire form and survey data for projects.
• Maintain study records, databases, and accurate data entry.
• Coordinate longitudinal participant scheduling.
• Participate in study team meetings and ongoing protocol trainings.
• Prepare materials for research sessions.
• Provide administrative support for the research center and other research initiatives as needed.

• Management of CNBD communications (shared inbox, request triage, routing).
• Oversight of study tracking and monthly reporting processes.
• Maintain electrophysiological equipment, including routine testing, troubleshooting, inventory tracking, and coordination of repairs and supplies.
• Coordination with vendors for equipment ordering, maintenance, and repairs.
• Support for Center‑wide initiatives (e.g., audits, reporting, process improvements).
• Order research supplies as needed.
• Assist with supervision and direction of student workers.

• Opportunities to attend colloquia and symposia to learn about contemporary advances in the field of developmental neuroscience.
• Participation in journal clubs, research forums, and interdisciplinary collaborations to foster intellectual exchange and broaden scientific perspectives.
• Access to training workshops and seminars in cutting‑edge techniques and methodologies relevant to developmental neuroscience research.

• BA/BS plus 2 years of related work experience or a combination of education and experience to equal 6 years.
• Experience working with children and/or infants.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team of researchers.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain records, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks across projects in a fast‑paced, multi‑study environment.
• Ability to take initiative in learning and to solve problems as they arise.
• Excellent critical‑thinking skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule – some study visits may require early morning, evening, or weekend work.

• Social sciences or biological/health sciences awareness.
• Experience with acquisition of electrophysiological (EEG, ERP) data.
• Experience administering behavioral and cognitive assessments (e.g., WISC‑5, NIH Toolbox, MEFS).
• Experience with data management systems (e.g., REDCap).
• Working knowledge of regulations associated with human‑participants research.
• Technical/computer science coursework.
• Experience managing and troubleshooting technology resources.
• Fluent in…