Psychology Assistant
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists Principal Investigator(s) in administering and scoring neuropsychological tests, collecting data, conducting preliminary statistical analyses in coordination with statistical team.
- Conducts and scores neuropsychological assessments in compliance with study protocols;
- Conducts participant interviews using standardized techniques to ensure accurate data collection;
- Review, and audit data for accuracy; follow up with participants as needed to resolve discrepancies;
- Works with statistical team to perform analyses;
- Conducts literature reviews to support research activities and manuscript development;
- Manages research databases using Excel, and other statistical or data management programs;
- Organizes and prepares grant-related documentation for Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions. May write reports to present at meeting;
- Demonstrates willingness to learn phlebotomy techniques necessary to fulfill project needs;
- Perform other related duties as assigned; and,
- May require off-campus site visits.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree is required. Coursework in Psychology preferred
- Major in Neuroscience is preferred
- Experience of working in a Neuroscience Laboratory preferred
- Experience with software programs such as excel, SSPS, and matlab preferred
- Experience working with children preferred
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent organizational, oral, written and analytical communications skills; strong database management and clear understanding of clinical and research databases
- Strong project management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Windows and Mac operating systems