Research Technician II, Psychiatry

1501 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, AZ 85719 USA

The College of Medicine-Tucson, Department of Psychiatry, is leading the effort to understand, diagnose, treat, and prevent psychiatric disorders, prepare future clinicians, provide state-of-the-art care, and give direction to community efforts to improve behavioral health. We are looking to hire a Research Technician II position that will conduct and support human subjects research. The candidates will adhere to study protocol procedures and administer techniques to fit specific experiment requirements, and assist with the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of equipment, instruments, and apparatuses.

William "Scott" Killgore, PhD, is a Professor of Psychiatry, Psychology, and Neuroscience who joined the University of Arizona on July 1, 2014. He brings an active research program from Harvard Medical School and McLean Hospital, including his Social, Cognitive, and Affective Neuroscience (SCAN) Laboratory. The Lab is devoted to the study of emotional intelligence, PTSD, mTBI, stress, and related conditions. Dr.

Killgore’s innovative work is funded by the Department of Defense, and recent research focuses on the effects of prolonged sleep deprivation, chronic sleep restriction, and the use of stimulant countermeasures on the cognitive-affective systems within the brain.

• Overnight and weekend shifts will be required.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

• health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• life insurance and disability programs
• paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
• state retirement plan
• access to UA recreation and cultural activities
• and more!

• Collect computerized data from research participants.
• Maintain highly detailed records, organize data, prepare data for computer input, and record computer output.
• Review participant records to ensure compliance.
• Support and participate in study recruitment efforts and conduct screening of study participants both online and in-person.
• Use general knowledge to participate in preparing research experimental reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative results to facilitate data analysis.
• Assist with the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of equipment, instruments, and apparatuses.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Experience working or volunteering directly with participants in a professional setting.

Non-Exempt

Full Time

40

1.0

Fiscal

Research

Yes - Full Benefits

$16.50-$20.63

hourly rate

3

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time.

The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career…