What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Assistant position at APT Foundation?
Research Assistant 1 (RA) this is NOT a remote position. You will be on site in New Haven, CT. RA 1 needed for a full-time 37.5 hour, benefit eligible, 1-year position in a Yale School of Medicine clinical research program conducted at the APT Foundation in New Haven CT. This position may be ideal for a recent graduate who wishes to build up relevant work experience prior to applying for medical or graduate school. Under the direct supervision of the Project Director, the RA will act as the subject recruiter and interviewer for an NIH-funded study examining stepped-care interventions for patients with chronic pain and opioid use disorder. The RA prepares data from these interviews for statistical analyses and project reports. The RA coordinates implementation and tracking of research study procedures. Professional Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in psychology, science, or related field. Must also have the following: Excellent verbal and written skills, ability to communicate clearly; Extensive computer skills, including all basic skills (e-mail, internet browser, word processing, and spreadsheets), and database and statistical skills; Excellent data entry and management skills; Excellent organizational skills; Commitment to human services research and client population; Punctuality and positive work ethic; Excellent interpersonal skills; Ability to multitask; Willingness and ability to travel to different clinical settings to conduct research-related tasks; Flexibility with work schedule to meet study demands, including early morning, evening, and weekend hours.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.35 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Clinical trials: 1 year (Preferred)
- Research: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22