Lab Coordinator

University of Notre Dame, United States

Updated: about 14 hours ago
Location: Notre Dame, INDIANA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 02 Jun 2024

Position Information


Job Title Lab Coordinator
Job Description
The Psychophysiology of Affect across the Lifespan (PAL) Lab at the University of Notre Dame, housed in the Department of Psychology , is a highly collaborative research group exploring emotion and social processes in relation to depression and depression risk in individuals and families. The PAL Lab is looking for someone to join their team as a full-time Lab Coordinator.
Job Description: Under the supervision of Dr. Kaylin Hill , the person in this position will have a vital role in the PAL Lab including coordinating studies and participating in many aspects of the research process. Responsibilities will include recruitment of individuals and families, scheduling and running study sessions with research participants, ensuring completion of a broad range of questionnaires and assessments, submitting IRB protocols and reports, assisting with research protocols and grant submissions, organizing and analyzing study datasets, and overseeing study administration. The individual in this position will supervise a team of student research assistants assisting with research projects. Characteristics supportive of success in this position include accountability, communication, engagement, and professionalism.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Recruitment and screening of participants
  • Lead study sessions with research participants (including administration of clinical interviews, questionnaires, EEG, and behavioral assessments)
  • Train students in study procedures and lab expectations
  • Ensure all lab members are up to date on IRB and university requirements
  • Supervise a team of research assistants in data collection and data management activities
  • Maintain a complex schedule of study visits for the research team and a large cohort of participants
  • Ensure completion of study procedures, including follow-up reminders for participants
  • Maintain databases for participant recruitment and tracking
  • Monitor participants as primary contact for the research study and address any concerns that arise
  • Problem solve challenges related to recruitment, retention, and participant satisfaction with the program
  • Prepare and submit IRB applications and assist with developing study protocols enduring compliance to IRB regulation
  • Monitor project progress and troubleshoot areas of concern or deviation
  • Perform general administrative duties to maintain the workings of the laboratory
  • Closely monitor and appropriately document all payments made to research participants
  • Maintain organization of lab spaces and lab servers


About the Division: Study everything. Do anything. Find your passion. Create knowledge. Serve the common good. Prepare for life. This is what the College of Arts & Letters stands for. We play an integral role in Notre Dame’s mission to serve as the world’s preeminent Catholic research university.
Please note: This is a two-year, limited-term position. Contingent on funding, the position may be extended.
Minimum Qualifications
Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 6-12 months of related experience


Skills:
  • Previous research experience working with human subjects (especially an undergraduate research project or honors thesis) is required
  • Experience working with children is required
  • Experience preparing and submitting IRB documents and/or grant applications is preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office is necessary
  • Experience training and supervising others is preferred
  • Experience working with data in SPSS, R, or other statistical software is preferred
  • Experience with programming in Python, Presentation, or E-Prime is preferred
  • Experience with EEG or fMRI methods is preferred
  • Experience with and detailed knowledge of REDCap is preferred

Key Characteristics:
  • Attention to detail
  • Flexibility with regard to planning and scheduling
  • Strong organization and planning skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to interact positively with research participants and fellow lab members
  • Availability for study sessions on evenings and weekends
Preferred Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please note: This is a two-year, limited-term position. Contingent on funding, the position may be extended.
Department Psychology (30145)
Department Website https://psychology.nd.edu/
Family / Sub-Family Academic Aff / Prgrm Admin_Other
Career Stream/Level NIC 2 Coordinator
Department Hiring Pay Range Up to $22/hour
Pay ID Bi-Weekly
FLSA Status S3 - FT Non-exempt Hourly
Job Category Office/Clerical
Job Type Full-time
Schedule: Days of Week & Hours
Typical schedule Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm; Schedule may vary based on research studies needs, including some evenings and weekends.
Schedule: Hours/Week 40
Schedule: # of months 12


Posting Detail Information


Job Posting Date (Campus) 05/10/2024
Job Posting Date (Public) 05/10/2024
Job Closing Date 06/02/2024
Posting Type Open To All Applicants
Posting Number S24949
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.nd.edu/postings/34464

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