What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Assistant III position at The University of Alabama?
Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $18.32 - Midpoint: $21.97 (Hourly N4)
Department/Organization: 750801 - Alabama Life Research Institute
Normal Work Schedule: Varies. Some events are on weekends and after hours.
Job Summary: The Research Assistant III assists with research work in support of a major research project under minimal supervision. Orders equipment and supplies. Sets up equipment. Performs experiments. Monitors results. Collects data. Prepares support material. May supervise students or other support workers assigned to the research project.
Additional Department Summary: Responsible for conducting and assisting with the design of research experiments, managing IRB applications, participant recruitment and scheduling, data acquisition and analysis, and manuscript preparation.
Renewal of position is contingent upon funding.
Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED and four (4) years of research support experience; OR associate's degree and two (2) years of research support experience; OR bachelor's degree or higher and some research support experience.
Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends to accommodate participant and/or project schedules.
Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.
Skills and Knowledge: Computer proficiency is essential. Experience programming is useful but not required.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferably in psychology or neuroscience. Experience working with human subjects preferred. Experience with psychological assessments and working with individuals with psychosis, substance use disorders, or dementia and stroke.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases.
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