Research Assistant, Dismantling Racial inEquities Around Mental Health Lab

Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA Full-time Research

Posted on April 16, 2024

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Research Assistant, Dismantling Racial inEquities Around Mental Health Lab

A full-time Research Assistant is being sought to join the DREAM (Dismantling Racial inEquities Around Mental Health) Lab in Penn State's Department of Psychology to provide oversight of several lab and study activities.

The start date for this position is as soon as possible, but applicants who are not available until early in the summer of 2024 will also be considered.

The Research Assistant will assist with research projects focused on developing and testing culturally-affirming interventions, understanding racial trauma among youth and families of color, and identifying evidence-based approaches to promote anti-racism.

The majority of the Research Assistant's time will be focused on:

Recruiting, screening, and scheduling of families
Conducting in-person and virtual study assessments
Maintaining and managing datasets and relevant documentation
Monitoring data for completeness and accuracy

Other Key Responsibilities:

Refining and developing data-related procedures and policies for research projects
Helping to manage project finances
Training and oversight of several undergraduate team members
Assisting the Principal Investigator with Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions, IRB compliance, and progress reports
Participate in the dissemination of research findings via preparation of abstracts for presentation at scientific conferences and manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication

The Research Assistant will work onsite at Penn State's University Park campus. Travel around the local area for family recruitment events (once every few weeks, on average) will be required.

Benefits (visit our benefits page for more detailed information):

Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
75% tuition discounts (including for a spouse and dependent children up to the age of 26)
Generous vacation and sick time
15 paid holidays/campus closure days

Education and Experience:
This position will be filled as a Human Research Technologist - Social Sciences at the level of Intermediate Professional, which requires an Associate Degree and two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Required Qualifications:

Excellent organization skills with the ability to manage and prioritize tasks
Ability to manage schedules
Professional experience working with children or families
Excellent written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and time management skills
Ability to take on leadership for assigned work-related tasks, both independently and as part of a team
Exercise discretion and judgement while managing confidential materials

In addition, successful candidates must either have demonstrated a commitment to building an inclusive, equitable, and diverse campus community, or describe one or more ways they would envision doing so, given the opportunity.

Application Instructions:
Please upload your CV/resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experiences.

Additional Information:

Questions about the position can be directed to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Chardee Galan.

This is a limited-term appointment, funded for one year from the date of hire with an excellent possibility of re-funding.

This position requires the following clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

The College of the Liberal Arts is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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