Research Assistant I

Classification Title:

Research Assistant I

Job Description:

The Research Assistant I with the Department of Psychiatry will assist with the UF Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study, a large-scale national collaborative research project that follows children, aged 9 and 10 at outset, into young adulthood. The activities will include assisting in participant scheduling, consenting/assenting parents and youth, corresponding with participants via phone, email/regular mail, and administering the study protocol.

RESEARCH PROTOCOL EXECUTION - This position will work directly with both child and parent participant in consenting/assenting, administering the study protocol, and collecting data; this includes, administering tasks using REDcap, iPad applications, and E-prime based fMRI tasks and collecting biological samples (hair, saliva, urine, and breath samples).

PARTICIPANT CONTACT/SCHEDULING - This position will assist with participant outreach and scheduling, including coordinating with laboratory and MRI facility scheduling. This position is also responsible for answering emails, phone calls, and mail regarding study participation.

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES - This position will be responsible for monitoring study supplies and insuring supplies are restocked in a timely manner. This position will also monitor the shipping of biological samples to the appropriate laboratories and confirming samples have arrived satisfactorily.

HUMAN SUBJECT TRANSPORTATION - Procures means of transportation (rental car) and coordinates transportation of human subjects to/from study office.

Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to walk between work areas to complete assigned tasks. Duties may involve periods of standing, walking, bending and moving throughout the workspace

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

Collects and prepares human subject payments for youth participants and parent/guardian and performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience interviewing youth and adults, prior experience with computer-based testing and REDCap database, prior work on human research protocols. Strong interpersonal skills includes the ability to address family concerns in a sensitive and transparent way. Attention to detail.

Expected Salary:

$19–$21 hourly

Benefits:

As one of the nation’s top public research university, the University of Florida is dedicated to providing robust benefits options to support the wellbeing their employees. The university offers a range of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet your family’s financial, educational, and health needs. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Flexible spending accounts, employee wellness program, and employee assistance program
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance
• Plan for your future with retirement savings and investment options that grow with you
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and personal holiday, and winter break,
• Time to recover – 8 weeks of paid parental and medical leave
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services

About the University of Florida (UF), Department of Psychiatry

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Florida are engaged in groundbreaking projects covering a variety of interests through our Centers, labs, and collaborations with other departments. The Department of Psychiatry includes a large outpatient center with various specialty clinics within (including one associated with our Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment), a very active inpatient service, psychiatry collaborative program for primary care practitioners, school consultation program, and community consultation services. The Department of Psychiatry spans services across adult, addiction, and child/adolescent specializations, including a freestanding psychiatric hospital, a large consult liaison service at the main UF Shands Hospital, the Florida Recovery Center operated by our Addiction Division, and multiple research centers including the Center for Addiction Research & Education and the Center for OCD and Related Disorders (COARD)

About Gainesville

The City of Gainesville holds many distinctions. Located in the northern part of Florida, Gainesville is home to the state’s largest and oldest university (UF), and is one of the state's centers of education, innovation, healthcare, arts & culture, sports, and more. You can find the city routinely listed as one of the best college towns, best places to live, and best places to retire. Known for its preservation of historic buildings and the beauty of its natural surroundings, Gainesville's numerous parks, museums, and lakes provide endless entertainment to thousands of visitors and locals every year. Things to do in Gainesville , Visit Gainesville.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:Yes