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Salary $2,956 a month job type full-time
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The psychology department has an outstanding opportunity for a research student assistant
The person-centered etiology and assessment research lab (pearl) in the department of psychology at the university of washington, directed by drKatherine foster, is seeking a full-time research study assistant to begin in november, 2021The lab conducts research in two key areas: 1) investigating the unique and common origins, trajectories, and outcomes of mental health problems like depression and alcohol/substance use problems across the lifespan and 2) developing and implementing personalized, scalable mental health treatments across diverse individuals, families, and communitiesThe research assistant will be responsible for performing work in support of this research program involving human subjectsThis position is ideal for a candidate looking to gain additional research experience in clinical psychology before applying to graduate school .
Typical work
Act as the primary point of contact for study participants which will generally include screening participants to determine eligibility, explaining study purpose and procedures, reviewing and explaining consent forms, guiding participants through the protocol (i.e., conducting interviews, operating psychophysiological recording equipment, measuring vital signs, directing participants to complete computerized tasks), and fielding study-related questions and concerns of participants
Assist in developing/modifying study related materials (e.g., data collection forms, consents, and questionnaires)
Gather, record (using both paper and pencil and electronic devices), organize, transcribe and verify the accuracy of research study data
Set up research database files and maintain confidentiality of subject records
Provide assistance with conducting reviews and summaries of relevant research literature and perform mathematical and statistical calculations and/or analysis
Inventory and order supplies
Minimum requirements:
Two years of college-level course work in a relevant academic area and one year of appropriate experience or equivalent education/experience.
Prior exposure to clinical populations via experience in a supporting role in mental health research or clinical setting
Prior experience with telework
Demonstrated interest in clinical psychology and previous experience with adults and families/children.
Experience programming and administering complex clinical psychology survey designs using redcap (e.g., ecological momentary assessment)
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Satisfactory outcome of criminal conviction history check
Desired:
Coursework and research experience focused on developmental psychopathology
Experience with computer programming (e.g., r/rstudio, shiny) and web design.
Application process:
The application process for uw positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation processThese assessments may include workforce authorization, cover letter and/or othersAny assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “apply to this position”Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “my jobs” pageIf you select to take it later, it will appear on your `my jobs` page to take when you are readyPlease note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employmentDisclosure is required under washington state law.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the university of washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identityTogether, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The university of washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral.
The university of washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the disability services office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Covid-19 vaccination requirement
Per governor inslee`s proclamation 21-14.1, employees of higher education and healthcare institutions must be fully vaccinated against covid-19 no later than october 18, 2021 unless a medical or religious exemption is approvedBeing fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized covid-19 vaccine regimenAs a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their covid-19 vaccinationView the final candidate guide to covid-19 vaccination requirement webpage for information about the medical or religious exemption process for final candidates.
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