Research Specialist for the Substance Use in Daily Life (SUDL) Lab
University of Missouri - Columbia (MU)
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Research
Posted on May 10, 2024
Hiring Department
Psychiatry
Job Description
The Substance Use in Daily Life (SUDL) Lab in the Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Research Specialist. The SUDL Lab conducts clinical addiction research to advance our understanding of the risk and maintenance factors for alcohol and other substance use. The lab implements multiple methods, including an emphasis on daily-life assessment strategies, to collect fine-grained data on the processes surrounding substance use in individuals' natural environments. Data collected in this lab inform prevention and intervention strategies targeting risky patterns of substance use and related negative consequences.
This position will help conduct naturalistic studies involving self-reported momentary and daily experiences.
Primary responsibilities of the role include:
- Coordination of participant-facing research activities, including: recruitment, screening, scheduling, tracking, and participant reimbursement
- Management of undergraduate research assistants (URA): facilitate hiring and human subjects training, train URAs on study procedures, and coordinate URA schedules
- Manage research study dashboards: create protocols and monitor and maximize participant study compliance
- Manage research project regulatory procedures: prepare and maintain IRB submissions and amendments
- Attend lab meetings with principal investigator (PI) to communicate recruitment milestones and research progress, troubleshoot challenges, and participate in lab training activities
- Manage research data: download, aggregate, backup, and track incoming data
- Identify professional development training goals, coordinate mentorship needs with PI, and make progress toward those goals.
Shift
9am-5pm, M-F
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
Preferred Qualifications
One year of experience as a research assistant is required. Prior experience in an addiction-related lab and managing human research participants is preferred.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $16.72 – $18.00/hour
Grade: GGS-007
University Title: RESEARCH SPECIALIST I
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Application Materials
In addition to a resume, please submit a cover letter.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
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