Research Assistant I
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on6th Street Rail-Trail, Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida, 32610, United States
About the Department of Psychiatry
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Florida is engaged in groundbreaking projects covering a variety of interests through its centers, labs, and collaborations with other departments. The department includes a large outpatient center with various specialty clinics, an active inpatient service, and a psychiatry collaborative program for primary care practitioners. Services span adult, addiction, and child/adolescent specializations, featuring a freestanding psychiatric hospital, a consult liaison service at UF Shands Hospital, and multiple research centers including the Center for Addiction Research & Education and the Center for OCD and Related Disorders (COARD).
About the Role
The Research Assistant I will play a vital role in the UF Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study, a large-scale national collaborative research project that follows children, aged 9 and 10 at outset, into young adulthood. This position serves as a primary point of contact for participants, assisting with scheduling, consenting/assenting parents and youth, and corresponding via phone, email, and mail.
You will work directly with child and parent participants to administer the study protocol, utilizing tools such as REDcap, iPad applications, and E-prime based fMRI tasks. The role involves collecting biological samples, including hair, saliva, urine, and breath samples, and managing the logistics of human subject transportation to and from the study office. Additionally, you will monitor study supplies, coordinate the shipping of biological samples to laboratories, and prepare payments for youth participants and their guardians.
About Gainesville
Located in northern Florida, Gainesville is home to the state's largest and oldest university, the University of Florida. It is a recognized center for education, innovation, healthcare, arts, culture, and sports. Frequently listed as one of the best college towns and places to live or retire, the city is known for its historic buildings and natural surroundings. With numerous parks, museums, and lakes, Gainesville offers endless entertainment for visitors and locals alike.
Application Instructions
To be considered for this position, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) on the posting end date. Previous applicants are still under consideration as this position has been reposted. A health assessment is required for this role.
Our Commitment
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. As a public institution, the university is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role. If an accommodation is needed to apply, please contact the university's accessibility office.
Work location
Work model: On-site
6th Street Rail-Trail, Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida, 32610, United States
Gainesville, Florida
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAdminister study protocols using REDcap, iPad applications, and E-prime based fMRI tasks
- check_circleCollect biological samples including hair, saliva, urine, and breath samples
- check_circleCoordinate shipping of biological samples to laboratories and confirm receipt
- check_circleObtain consent and assent from parents and youth participants
- check_circleArrange transportation for human subjects to and from the study office
- check_circleCollect and prepare payments for youth participants and parent/guardians
- check_circleAssist with participant scheduling and coordinate with laboratory and MRI facilities
- check_circleMonitor study supplies and ensure timely restocking of materials
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization
- verifiedTwo years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- verifiedEligibility to work in the U.S.
Nice to Have
Experience interviewing youth and adults, prior experience with computer-based testing and REDCap database, prior work on human research protocols, strong interpersonal skills including the ability to address family concerns in a sensitive and transparent way, and attention to detail.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleComprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance planscheck_circleFlexible spending accounts, employee wellness program, and employee assistance programcheck_circleLife and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurancecheck_circleRetirement savings and investment optionsGenerous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, personal holiday, and winter break
