Human Research Technologist - Pediatrics

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Division of Adolescent Medicine within the Department of Pediatrics at the Penn State College of Medicine, in Hershey, PA, is seeking a Human Research Technologist to assist faculty with multiple research projects related to eating disorders, gender health, and other projects with an adolescent medicine population. The main responsibilities include supporting the recruitment, enrollment, and scheduling of study participants. The position is also responsible for organizing project materials, collecting data, entering data into appropriate databases, and supervising undergraduate research assistants on a variety of different projects. Experience and interest working with adolescents and young adults is preferred. Applicants will be expected to participate in data collection for high- quality research and must have strong verbal and communication skills.

Minimum Education

Associate's Degree

Minimum Experience

No prior relevant work experience required

Equivalency

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

This is a limited-term position funded for one year from date of hire, with possibility of refunding. 

The following clearances must be successfully completed for this position:  

• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check  
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check   

 
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The pay range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$38,300.00 - $55,500.00

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