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Research Assistant III

2 months ago


Tuscaloosa, United States The University of Alabama Full time

Pay Grade/Pay Range:  Minimum: $18.32 - Midpoint: $21.97 (Hourly N4)

Department/Organization: 208122 - Community Med & Population Health

Normal Work Schedule: Varies based on needs of program; some evening and weekend hours required.

Job Summary: The Research Assistant III assists with research work in support of a major research project under minimal supervison. 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: This position is part of the UA research team for the Healthy Brain and Child Development Study (HBCD), and requires working in partnership with The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and other sites in this large, nation-wide study.

Provides support services, information, and resources to HBCD participants, based on individual needs. Support services include pregnancy, labor, and postpartum support for the birth parent as a birth doula. Provides individualized, ongoing guidance, education, and assistance to participants in completing study requirements, prepares participants for collection of data via MRI, EEGs, and cognitive and behavioral assessments for young children and their parents. Completes data collection, administers and oversees self-completion of specific questionnaires by the participant; may also be trained to assist with EEG, bio-specimen collection, and cognitive behavioral testing.

This position requires a flexible, non-traditional schedule to meet participants’ scheduling needs and research protocol goals. Support services will require some evening and weekend hours.

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: Experience providing health/social services support or education to pregnant people, children, and/or young families.

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: Organized and detail oriented. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Ability to work well with others. Working knowledge of standard office software applications, including Microsoft Office, Zoom, Webex and basic data platforms. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of protected information and the requirement to follow HIPPA regulations at all times. Ability to travel to UAB and other study sites as needed. Ability to work flexible hours.

Preferred Qualifications: Associate's degree or higher. Experience working in large team settings. Familiarity with West Alabama communities and local resources.

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. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster