Research Assistant 2

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Overview

The Research Assistant II supports the research activities of Dr. Scott Woods, Principal Investigator of multiple multi-site NIH/NIMH-funded studies focused on young adults at Clinical High Risk (CHR) for developing psychosis. Working within a multidisciplinary research environment, the Research Assistant II collaborates professionally and effectively with internal and external colleagues to advance study objectives and ensure successful project implementation.

Key responsibilities include managing research administrative activities; assisting with study design implementation, and maintenance in REDCap; and providing operational support to participating study sites. The Research Assistant II develops and modifies research procedures, REDCap and SharePoint databases, and survey instruments to support protocol requirements and data collection needs. Additional responsibilities include supporting data management activities, such as data uploads and quality assurance processes;

preparing and editing materials for scientific presentations and reports; monitoring and reporting research progress; maintaining research supply inventories; assisting with budget preparation and expense reporting; and performing other administrative and research-related duties as needed to support the project management team and overall study operations.

Required

Skills and Abilities

1. Strong working knowledge in REDCap and SharePoint administration, maintenance, and user support.

2. Experience using data management, coding, and statistical analysis programs such as RStudio, Python, and SPSS.

3. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with the project management team, managing multiple priorities and consistently meeting deadlines in a remote work environment.

4. Demonstrated experience (paid or volunteer) and comfort level working with people with serious mental health conditions.

Preferred

Skills and Abilities

Two years of related work experience in the same job family and a Bachelor's Degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Principal Responsibilities

1. Researches and collects data through site or home visit intakes; library research; structured interviews; or through other means for research projects.
2. Interprets, synthesizes, and analyzes data using scientific or statistical techniques. Modifies and plans research experiments, procedures, tests, or survey instruments. Assists in research design.
3. Writes and edits material for publication and presentation. Reports on status of research activities. Oversees and instructs research and support staff on technical procedures, equipment operation, and laboratory maintenance.
4. Schedules and coordinates research activities. Identifies and recruits study participants. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies. 5. May assist in preparing financial information and monitoring budgets.
6. Performs additional functions incidental to research activities. Required

Education and Experience Two years of related work experience in the same job family and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Job Posting Date

07/27/2026

Job Category

Technician

Bargaining Unit

L34

Compensation Grade

Labor Grade D

Compensation Grade Profile

Hourly Range

$31.83

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff Fixed Duration (Fixed Term)

Work Model

Hybrid

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…