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Study Coordinator Position
This position will assist study coordinators in numerous phases of a large R01 study. The study involves the assessment of children and their primary caregivers in dyadic interactions and cognitive assessments. This individual will be responsible for coordinating biologic sample collection, aiding and administering behavioral assessments, aiding in MRIs and EEGs, and various administrative tasks including scheduling, coding, record keeping, etc. This individual will be supervised by study PI's and Co-Is with expertise in specific aspects of the planned assessments. Some evening and Saturday availability is required for this position.
Primary duties and responsibilities include:
- Collection, processing, storing, and shipping of biologics such as saliva, blood, etc.
- Aid in and administration of some developmental testing to children.
- Screen, schedule, track, and consent study participants via phone and in-person as research protocols dictate.
- Interact with children in various experimental settings including interviews and dyadic behavioral assessments between caregiver and child.
- Aid in administration of MRIs and EEGs for child participants.
- Maintain protocol-related records and documentation.
- Administrative tasks including organizing and managing subject databases, and tracking and ordering supplies.
- Document participant information and data gathered during testing using the REDCap research database.
The Department of Psychiatry is particularly interested in and values candidates who have experience working with persons from diverse backgrounds, along with a demonstrated commitment to cultural competence and the delivery of culturally responsive health care. Because we place a high priority on the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion, candidates should be prepared to explain how they have been and could be involved in advancing this campus goal.
Required qualifications include:
- Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
- Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.
- Relevant experience (1 year).
Preferred qualifications include:
- Data management, developmental testing, electroencephalogram (EEG), interactive communication, interpersonal communication, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), organizing, patient support, phlebotomy, physician communications, psychology, Redcap, social work, working with children.
Grade: C07-H
Salary range: $19.21 - $28.85 / Hourly
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Personal benefits include:
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness benefits include:
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family benefits include:
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
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Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
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