Inside Higher Ed · 1 day ago
Social/Clinical Research Assistant-CIDD Hazlett
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a global leader in higher education, known for its commitment to innovative teaching and research. The Social/Clinical Research Assistant will assist with various research projects at the Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities, focusing on recruitment, scheduling, and data collection related to developmental disabilities.
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Responsibilities
Recruitment and scheduling of young children with developmental disabilities and their families
Assisting with MRI scan process: Attend MRI scans in the evening, prepare the MRI suite, meet the family and complete necessary paperwork, assist with getting the subject prepared for the scanner, supply families with any needed training materials for their scan, stay through the completion of the scan to transfer data if needed, and any necessary follow-up (e.g., rescheduling)
Assisting with other data collection: Assist PI and study team with collecting information for research projects. This involves interviews, either on the phone or in person, with families to guide their entry into projects as well as for general project data collection. Assist with bio sample data collection as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions
The candidate should have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to learn quickly, work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision, prioritize tasks, and work under deadline pressure
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong computer skills
Ability to gather data and accurately document procedures
Ability to plan work and coordinate multiple projects
Preferred
Experience working with children with neurodevelopmental disorders in a clinical research setting
Experience working with clinical populations
Experience conducting clinical research with children with neurodevelopmental disorders
Experience in clinical research activities
Experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities
Benefits
Professional training opportunities for career growth
Skill development and lifelong learning
Exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts
Savings on local child care centers
Special rates on select campus events
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid leave
Variety of health, life and retirement plans
Additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance
Company
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