Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Burlington, VERMONT
Deadline: ;
Position Details
Position Details
Advertising/Posting Title | Research Project Assistant |
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Diversity Statement | The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal. |
Posting Summary | The Vermont Center on Behavior and Health (VCBH, https://www.med.uvm.edu/behaviorandhealth/home ) is an interdisciplinary, internationally-recognized research center committed to investigating relationships between personal behavior patterns (i.e., lifestyle) and risk for chronic disease and premature death. VCBH’s work has historically focused on health disparities for the most vulnerable populations, particularly among the socioeconomically disadvantaged, where these risk factors are overrepresented. This position will conduct the day-to-day tasks associated with running a research study testing interventions to reduce tobacco use. Responsibilities include maintaining study databases, participant recruitment, meeting with participants, verifying participant consents, administering questionnaires, conducting interviews, blinding study tobacco products, managing study equipment and supplies, distributing study tobacco products, and coordinating and conducting study procedures. Position will also oversee the distribution of participant compensation and purchase of equipment and supplies. Assist the Principal Investigator as needed with research related activities and with IRB-approved protocols and the preparation of progress reports, presentations, and manuscripts. Other duties include maintaining files and records, using discretion regarding sensitive information, and maintaining confidentiality within the framework of the University guidelines. Position reports to Principal Investigator and receives functional supervision from the project manager and/or biostatistician. |
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree is required, preferably in a related field such as, psychology, social work, or medical areas and one to three years’ related experience required. Must have experience with the Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and ideally experience or training in data management. |
Desirable Qualifications | Attention to detail and an interest in behavioral health research. Experience in research is desirable and specific experience with study management would be considered a particular strength. Experience working with participants in a research setting is a strength. |
Other Information | |
Special Conditions | Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position |
FLSA | Non-Exempt |
Payband Max (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)) | 30.78 |
Payband Min (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)) | 16.20 |
Staff Hiring Band | No Response |
Union Position | Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate) |
Posting Details
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Job Open Date | 02/23/2024 |
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Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) | |
Open Until Filled | No |
Position Information
Position Title | Research Project Assistant |
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Posting Number | S4924PO |
Department | Psychiatry/55750 |
Position Number | 00026987 |
Employee FTE | 1.00 |
Employee Term | 12 |
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