Clinical Research Assistant 2 - Military veterans preferred

Oregon Health & Science University

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Clinical Research Assistant 2

US-OR-Portland

Job ID: 2024-31884
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Research
Portland, OR (Marquam Hill)

Overview

As a Clinical Research Assistant 2, you will be heavily involved in behavioral and cognitive assessment and MRI scanning of an established cohort of adolescent study participants as part of the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) study. In addition to primary participant data collection, you will assist with scheduling of participant visits, maintaining high levels of participant retention, data checking, and other general office duties in support of the goals of the study. You may also be asked to complete phlebotomy training in order to perform blood draws on ABCD teen participants.

Experience with REDCap and Excel strongly preferred. You will be a self-starter, possessing a strong work ethic and the ability to operate independently, as well as in a team environment. Effectiveness in organizing tasks and setting priorities, multi-tasking, working efficiently with minimum oversight, interacting constructively with faculty and staff, and the ability to be adaptable, creative, and a quick learner are all necessary. Daytime, evening, and weekend availability will be required to meet our data collection demands. We are particularly interested in individuals willing to make a 2-year time commitment to working on the study.

Through careful examination of our biases and conscious changes to our practices, in conjunction with lab-based learning and strategic initiatives, DBIL is committed to fostering an anti-racist, inclusive, equitable and welcoming climate for all faculty, students, staff, and research participants.

To apply, submit cover letter, resume and/or CV and 3 professional references. This position is 100% grant funded and salary is limited to the lower range of this research classification.

• Bachelor's in relevant field OR Associate's AND 2 years of relevant experience OR 3 years of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Preference will be given to applicants with a degree in behavioral science field or with advanced degrees.
• Prior human research experience preferred.
• Preference will be given to applicants with background in psychological or neuroimaging research. Experience working with youth and families preferred.
• The position requires sufficient computer knowledge to interface with a variety of database and statistical software, such as Excel, REDCap, and E-Prime.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are extremely important, as the incumbent will be interacting regularly with youth and parent research participants.

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