Research Project Interviewer
4 weeks ago
USC's Keck School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, is seeking a Research Project Interviewer.
The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which is comprised of the faculty, students, and staff that make the university what it is.
We are delighted to announce an opening for a Full-Time Research Project Interviewer in the Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes at the BRANCH Lab for Brain Regulation of Appetite, Nutrition, Cognition, & Health. Lab personnel research how health conditions such as obesity and diabetes are impacted by the functions of the brain. Specifically, we are interested in understanding how the brain regulates appetite and eating behavior, and in identifying early life determinants of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. For more information, please visit our website:
This would be an excellent position for a recent graduate seeking to gain additional research experience before graduate or medical school. Training in multiple methods and opportunities for co-authorship on presentations and publications will be provided. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, reliable, conscientious, and well-organized.
Key Responsibilities
You will play a key role in establishing and operating the lab by handling research and interview tasks, along with management and supervisory responsibilities.
Research/Interview tasks (80% time)Subject recruitmentAdministration of (neuroimaging and behavioral) research sessionsLiterature reviews, manuscript writing, and grant writingSupport in database organization and quality checksEntering, initial processing of imaging data, and managing dataLab management tasks (10% time)Ordering suppliesRunning and maintaining equipmentOrganizing materials and resourcesSupervisory tasks (10% time)Training research assistants in researchOverseeing and supporting undergraduate students with research assignments (e.g., data collection, coding, and entry)For consideration, please apply online.The University of Southern California strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Rate Information:
This position will be Non-exempt and Hybrid-Flex.
The hourly rate for this position is $ $22.45 per hour.
When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
Other Information:
Preferred Education: B.A. or B.S. in psychology, neuroscience, or related field
Preferred Experience: Prior research in neuroscience or related field
Preferred Field of Expertise: Research interests in the neuroscience of feeding behavior.
Percentage of Time: 100%
Fixed Term? No
Minimum Education: High school or equivalent Minimum Experience: 0 - 6 months Minimum Field of Expertise: Knowledge of data collection procedures and some experience with data analysis. Excellent interpersonal skills needed for interaction with participants.
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