Research Assistant

$48,000 - $48,000/Yr

University of Maryland - Baltimore, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

Baltimore, MD

Educational Services

About the position

The Research Assistant at the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) will play a vital role in supporting large-scale psychological studies, particularly those focused on clinical high-risk for psychosis. This position involves participant recruitment, conducting clinical interviews, managing research databases, and collaborating with the research team to ensure the successful execution of various research projects.

Responsibilities

• Recruit participants for ongoing studies by developing and implementing recruitment strategies, screening potential participants for eligibility, and scheduling study sessions.
• Conduct clinical interviews and administer standardized assessments using instruments such as SIPS, SCID-5, and K-SADS.
• Manage research databases and data entry, ensuring data integrity and accuracy using data management software like REDCap and SPSS.
• Report to funding bodies and assist with grant-related documentation, including preparing and submitting reports and assisting with grant applications.
• Collaborate with the research team and participate in lab meetings to coordinate research activities and share findings.
• Contribute to publication and presentation efforts by assisting in the preparation of manuscripts, posters, and presentations for conferences and peer-reviewed journals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferably in Psychology or a related field.
• One year of experience as a research assistant, or a Master's degree in Psychology or related field, or 15 graduate credits in a master's program may substitute for the experience.

Nice-to-haves

• SIPS certification preferred.

Benefits

• Generous Leave including 22 Days of Annual Leave, 15 Days of Sick Leave, 15 Holidays, and 3 Personal Days.
• Tuition Remission for 8 credit hours per semester and for eligible dependents after two years of full-time employment.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement plans including the choice of joining the pension plan.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Wellness opportunities.