University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Contributing
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Kannapolis, North Carolina, United States, 28081
Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Contributing
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Position Summary The Research Assistant position is part of the Cheatham Laboratory, which investigates how nutrition improves infant, children, and elderly brain function. The team studies the importance of nutrients for the development of memory and attention abilities. The Research Assistant will be responsible for identifying and recruiting study participants for research studies, running study sessions, collecting and summarizing data, maintaining databases, and operating & maintaining scientific equipment. IRB and HIPAA training will be provided.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Knowledge of developmental cognitive neuroscience research procedures
Experience with developmental cognitive neuroscience techniques
Ability to identify study populations and recruit participants, including infants, into ongoing studies
Knowledge of the principles of informed consent
Large database management skills
Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and prioritization skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to quickly build rapport with families and to communicate effectively on the phone and in person with a wide variety of audiences
Ability to quickly acquire contacts within community leadership (e.g. county and city leaders, medical professionals, pastors, and social service personnel) in order to facilitate recruiting efforts
Ability to quickly familiarize self with the local metro area
Reliable transportation to speaking engagements and to deliver study materials
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Familiarity with the EGI electrophysiology system
Familiarity with elicited imitation protocols
Previous experience in event‑related potentials (ERP) paradigms
Special Physical/Mental Requirements Must be able to lift infants and toddlers (up to 30 pounds) and remain in one place for extended periods of time.
Position/Schedule Requirements Evening work occasionally, Weekend work occasionally.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Contributing
role at
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill .
Position Summary The Research Assistant position is part of the Cheatham Laboratory, which investigates how nutrition improves infant, children, and elderly brain function. The team studies the importance of nutrients for the development of memory and attention abilities. The Research Assistant will be responsible for identifying and recruiting study participants for research studies, running study sessions, collecting and summarizing data, maintaining databases, and operating & maintaining scientific equipment. IRB and HIPAA training will be provided.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Knowledge of developmental cognitive neuroscience research procedures
Experience with developmental cognitive neuroscience techniques
Ability to identify study populations and recruit participants, including infants, into ongoing studies
Knowledge of the principles of informed consent
Large database management skills
Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and prioritization skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to quickly build rapport with families and to communicate effectively on the phone and in person with a wide variety of audiences
Ability to quickly acquire contacts within community leadership (e.g. county and city leaders, medical professionals, pastors, and social service personnel) in order to facilitate recruiting efforts
Ability to quickly familiarize self with the local metro area
Reliable transportation to speaking engagements and to deliver study materials
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Familiarity with the EGI electrophysiology system
Familiarity with elicited imitation protocols
Previous experience in event‑related potentials (ERP) paradigms
Special Physical/Mental Requirements Must be able to lift infants and toddlers (up to 30 pounds) and remain in one place for extended periods of time.
Position/Schedule Requirements Evening work occasionally, Weekend work occasionally.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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