Human Research Technologist

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please to complete the. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete .Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see . This position is funded for 1 year(s); continuation past 1 year(s) will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.​POSITION SPECIFICS​The Department of Biobehavioral Health in the College of Health and Human Development is seeking a Human Research Technologist - Health and Medicine. The final candidate will support interdisciplinary research in biomedical engineering and biobehavioral health.Responsibilities include:Process and analyze biodataSetup and test new software and hardware for research studiesProgram behavioral experiments using scripting languagesAssist with the programming of pipelines used for data processing and statistical analysis under supervision of the principal investigator.Collect, enter, code, and analyze data; contribute to the design of data plan; present study findings to research teamsDevelop and design project materials including participant forms, questionnaires, reports, surveys, and data collection instrumentsTrain research team in data processing functions and appropriate use of software and hardware equipmentDevelop, review, and submit Institutional Review Board (IRB) documents and modificationsMonitor and manage project logistics including inventory, budget, and equipmentServe as liaison with Principal Investigator, physicians, and central research officesContributes to manuscripts, journal publications, abstracts, and scholarly articlesMINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSIf filled as Human Research Technologist - Health and Medicine - Intermediate Professional, this position requires: Associate Degree 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None If filled as Human Research Technologist - Health and Medicine - Professional, this position requires: Associate Degree No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education. Required Certifications: NonePreferred Experience:Pre-existing literacy with programming (Python and/or MATLAB)Application Instructions:For full consideration, applicants must include a cover letter and resume with their application.BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.SALARY & BENEFITSThe salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $,. - $,..- Information on Penn State's salary structurePenn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. 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