Research Assistant

Temple University's College of Public Health is searching for a Research Assistant!

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
A hybrid work schedule (remove this sentence if position is not hybrid)
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
11 Paid Holidays
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!

SALARY RANGE: $20.00 to $21.63 per hour
A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

*Grant funded position

Position Summary:
The Center for Obesity Research and Education (CORE) in the Barnett College of Public Health at Temple University is seeking a full time Research Assistant for several studies focused on obesity, psychopathology, disordered eating, and impulsivity in a variety of participant populations. The Research Assistant will report directly to the Project Coordinator and will work closely with the Principal Investigator and other project staff.

Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in psychology, Public Health, or related field, and a minimum of 6 months of related research experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Required Skills and Abilities:
*Proficient in English
*Demonstrated knowledge of computer software, including Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.
*Strong oral and written communication skills.
*Strong interpersonal skills, along with the ability to interact effectively with a diverse constituent population.
*Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks simultaneously and at a high level, and attend to detail.
*Demonstrated organizational and time management skills, along with the ability to adhere to program deadlines.
*Demonstrated ability to administer research questionnaires and acquire patient measurements.
*Demonstrated ability to manage qualitative and quantitative data (e.g., data entry, data management)
*Demonstrated ability to multitask and work adhere to timelines

Preferred Skills and Abilities:
*Previous experience with REDCap Database.
*Familiarity with data entry systems such as SPSS.
*Experience with interviewing and/or interacting with patient populations

Essential duties:
The Research Assistant will support the day-to-day operations of several clinical research studies. Responsibilities include:
*Recruiting, screening, obtaining consent, and enrolling study participants
*Scheduling study visits and coordinating participant incentives
*Conducting study visits, meeting all quality assurance and confidentiality guidelines for data collection, and assuring accurate completion of questionnaires and other data collection during study visits (paper and/or electronic data capture)
*Ensuring project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately
*Managing purchasing (ordering supplies and reimbursements to participants)
*Assisting with the preparation of presentations and publications
*Coordinating research specimen collection and delivery
*Adhering to IRB-approved protocols and complying with institutional policies, SOPs, and guidelines
*Assisting with IRB submissions
*Assisting with clerical duties such as file maintenance, copying, shipping, etc.
Performs other duties as assigned.

*This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.

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Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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