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University of Washington

Research Study Assistant (Temporary)

University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127

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Overview

The University of Washington Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Department invites applications for a Temporary 12-month, full-time Research Study Assistant (RSA). The RSA will operate in a developmental auditory neuroscience laboratory at the Virginia Merrill Bloedel Hearing Research Center, supporting multiple research projects from problem definition through dissemination of results. The RSA will recruit and screen participants, collect EEG/MEG and psychophysical data, administer developmental assessments and parent questionnaires, monitor study progress, perform data entry, manage student assistants, and oversee day-to-day laboratory operations. The RSA will work with researchers, graduate students, technical support staff, research coordinators and undergraduate volunteers, and will interact with participants across a wide age range from very young infants to adults. Some flexibility with hours, including evenings and weekends, is required; most data collection is in person with some remote sessions. Responsibilities

Research Duties – Collect and manage experimental data (75%)

Recruit and schedule research participants Obtain informed consent and maintain confidentiality of participants and data Collect data including EEG/MEG, hearing screening, psychophysical data, developmental assessments and parent questionnaires Assign and coordinate data collection and management duties of students Create and manage a REDCap subject registry Create and manage a REDCap data repository for study data Manage and review data entry to ensure accuracy Extract medical and/or behavioral information from research or clinical records as needed

Administrative Responsibilities – 5%

Prepare, deliver, and track subject payments via gift cards or checks Identify and order research equipment and supplies as needed, including investigating the best price and maintaining relationships with vendors

Other Duties – 20%

Conduct literature reviews, retrieve articles and publications, monitor literature for new citations Assist in manuscript and book chapter preparation Prepare dissemination materials including PowerPoint presentations, graphics and posters Draft and/or modify human subjects IRB applications

Minimum Requirements

Two years of college-level coursework in a relevant academic area and one year of appropriate experience, or equivalent education/experience. Desired Qualifications

Prior experience collecting EEG data Prior experience in clinical research support, including working knowledge of issues related to human subjects (obtaining informed consent, IRB, HIPAA, etc.) Familiarity with running Matlab and/or Python scripts Working Conditions

This position requires flexibility with work hours and may include evenings and weekends depending on research participant availability. Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range Minimum: 44256.00 annual Pay Range Maximum: 49740.00 annual Benefits: Information about benefits for temporary staff is available on the UW benefits site About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees enjoy benefits, professional growth opportunities and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Our Commitment

The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All 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. 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 employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

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