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Limited Term Field Research Team Lead II
Posting Number: S14324P
Posting Information
Working Title: Limited Term Field Research Team Lead II
Department: VPR-Owens Institute for Behavioral Research
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS
Employment Type: Employee – Full Time
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm
Salary: $45,000.00
Posting Date: 10/31/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 11/10/2025
Location: Athens Area, Georgia
Background University of Georgia (UGA) is the flagship public university of the State of Georgia. UGA’s mission is to educate students in the humanities, sciences, and professional fields, and to advance knowledge through research.
Special Instructions This is a grant‑funded position. While continuation of funding and employment is anticipated, it is not guaranteed.
EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience working with school‑age and early adolescent children in research and pseudo‑medical settings
Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully both orally and in written form
Ability to follow standardized research procedures and monitor others in real‑time for protocol adherence
Competent in managing schedules of multiple research assistants and ensuring adequate coverage for research visits
Understanding of how and when flexibility within visits can be granted to ensure participant comfort while adhering to research best practices and project protocols
Responsibilities
Lead and manage field research visits, including home drop‑offs, home visits, and visits at the BIRC center on UGA’s campus (50%)
Meet weekly with research teams to review problem cases, protocol questions, and other issues; meet with project leadership to discuss overall progress and process; provide updates to center leadership (20%)
Lead and monitor data collection during visits, and offload data collected post‑visit (10%)
Communicate with families to prepare for visits, answer questions, ensure informed consent, troubleshoot equipment, etc.
Organize URAs to assist with visit preparation, complete visit preparation as needed; manage supply use and place request orders to replenish visit materials
Physical Demands Lift research equipment, no more than 10 pounds; sit at computer as needed.
Other Information
Driving responsibility: No
Position of Trust: Yes
Financial resources control: No
P‑Card required: No
Direct interaction with children under 18: Yes
Security access: No
Contact Recruitment Contact: Dr. Katharine Suma
Email: suma@uga.edu
Phone: 706‑542‑4874
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Posting Information
Working Title: Limited Term Field Research Team Lead II
Department: VPR-Owens Institute for Behavioral Research
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS
Employment Type: Employee – Full Time
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm
Salary: $45,000.00
Posting Date: 10/31/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 11/10/2025
Location: Athens Area, Georgia
Background University of Georgia (UGA) is the flagship public university of the State of Georgia. UGA’s mission is to educate students in the humanities, sciences, and professional fields, and to advance knowledge through research.
Special Instructions This is a grant‑funded position. While continuation of funding and employment is anticipated, it is not guaranteed.
EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience working with school‑age and early adolescent children in research and pseudo‑medical settings
Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully both orally and in written form
Ability to follow standardized research procedures and monitor others in real‑time for protocol adherence
Competent in managing schedules of multiple research assistants and ensuring adequate coverage for research visits
Understanding of how and when flexibility within visits can be granted to ensure participant comfort while adhering to research best practices and project protocols
Responsibilities
Lead and manage field research visits, including home drop‑offs, home visits, and visits at the BIRC center on UGA’s campus (50%)
Meet weekly with research teams to review problem cases, protocol questions, and other issues; meet with project leadership to discuss overall progress and process; provide updates to center leadership (20%)
Lead and monitor data collection during visits, and offload data collected post‑visit (10%)
Communicate with families to prepare for visits, answer questions, ensure informed consent, troubleshoot equipment, etc.
Organize URAs to assist with visit preparation, complete visit preparation as needed; manage supply use and place request orders to replenish visit materials
Physical Demands Lift research equipment, no more than 10 pounds; sit at computer as needed.
Other Information
Driving responsibility: No
Position of Trust: Yes
Financial resources control: No
P‑Card required: No
Direct interaction with children under 18: Yes
Security access: No
Contact Recruitment Contact: Dr. Katharine Suma
Email: suma@uga.edu
Phone: 706‑542‑4874
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