Human Research Technologist - Moore Lab

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.

For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

This position is funded for 1 year(s); continuation past 1 year(s) will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

POSITION SPECIFICS

Dr. Amy Moore in the Department of Nutritional Sciences within the College of Health and Human Development is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented applicant for a full-time Human Research Technologist position.

This position offers an opportunity to work with a collaborative, community-engaged, and interdisciplinary research team on projects focused on nutrition, health, and well-being among families with young children. The primary role of this position will be to oversee the day-to-day coordination of ongoing and newly funded research projects, including implementing study protocols, recruiting and consenting participants, and managing data collection and quality assurance procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and review research protocols, including the design of recruitment materials and data collection instruments.
• Recruit potential participants for research studies; communicate with participants and coordinate their participation across the lifecycle of studies; maintain study databases.
• Develop, review, and submit Institutional Review Board (IRB) documents and modifications; ensure implemented procedures adhere to IRB-approved protocols.
• Deliver content, collect, and manage project data in accordance with research protocols.
• Participate in community-engaged activities with the research team.
• Serve as liaison with Principal Investigator (PI), research collaborators, and community partners.
• Prepare reports and presentations for a wide range of audiences; opportunities for authorship on research projects will be available in the form of abstracts, manuscripts, and conference presentations.
• May supervise staff members, including scheduling and day-to-day performance management, and assist with hiring and onboarding new staff members.

QUALIFICATIONS

This candidate must have research experience and a range of skills needed to coordinate participants and research study workflows. Exceptional oral and written communication skills and attention to detail are a must. Experience with REDCap and IRB protocols is desirable.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Associate Degree2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Required

Certifications:

None

APPLICATION MATERIALS

For full consideration, candidates must include a cover letter summarizing relevant skills, a resume, and contact information for two professional references with their application. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is closed.

SCHEDULE

This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $44,628.00 - $64,668.00.

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