Human Research Technologist, UP Assessment Coordinator

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Coping and Regulation of Environment Stress (CaRES) Lab, directed by Dr. Martha Wadsworth in the College of Liberal Arts at Penn State University, invites applications for a Human Research Technologist – Intermediate Professional position. The anticipated start date is Fall 2024.

The Human Research Technologist will have the opportunity to work on a NIMH-funded study, investigating the efficacy of the Building a Strong Identity and Coping Skills (BaSICS) program, which is a group-based, team-building coping and empowerment intervention developed specifically to meet the needs of youth growing up in poverty. This position will mainly be responsible for coordinating assessments with families in State College area.

This position requires a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends, primarily to accommodate the availability of participating families.

Key Responsibilities :

· Schedule, supervise, and conduct study assessments with parents and youth

· Monitor and upload datasets; maintain detailed documentation of data collection

· Prepare research protocols and materials (e.g., participant forms and questionnaires)

· Inventory materials; Order and purchase supplies

· Work closely with other staff members; Attend weekly meetings and provide updates

· Train and oversee several lab team members

· Maintain regular contact with families participating in research study

· Preform administrative tasks related to the grant

· Assist recruitment coordinator with scheduling and screening participants; Attend recruitment events

Benefits (visit https://hr.psu.edu/benefits 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 – Intermediate Professional, which requires an Associate’s Degree, plus two years of relevant experience in a research setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The successful candidate for this position will also have:

· Experience with social science research or professional experience working with children and families

· Exemplary organizational, interpersonal, communication, and writing skills with the ability to manage various schedules

· Meticulous attention to detail

· Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and accurately

· Ability to take on leadership for assigned work-related tasks, both independently and as part of a team

· Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

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 a cover letter of interest, highlighting relevant skills, and a CV. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information:

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.

Questions about the position can be directed to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Martha Wadsworth, mew27@psu.edu.

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

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.

More information on our commitments and initiatives to diversity, equity, and inclusion can be found at:

· Penn State (https://equity.psu.edu/)

· The College of Liberal Arts (https://la.psu.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion-belonging/)

· The Department of Psychology (https://psych.la.psu.edu/diversity/)

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$34,800.00 – $50,500.00

Salary Structure (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/compensation/staff-salary-grades-and-leveling-matrix) – additional information on Penn States job and salary structure.

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