Description
We are seeking a highly motivated, responsible, and professional research assistant to assist in all aspects of a large, federally-funded, longitudinal clinical trial examining responses to alcohol consumption and the development of alcohol use disorder (AUD). This is a full-time position with benefits in the Psychology Department at Carnegie Mellon University. Major responsibilities will include helping to do the following: recruit and schedule research participants, run community participants through sensitive research procedures (including alcohol administration protocols and structured clinical interviews to diagnose AUD; training will be provided), prepare materials for research studies, perform video and audio recording assessments, program ecological momentary assessment surveys and monitor incoming data, train undergraduate research assistants, code video data using Ekman’s Facial Action Coding System (FACS; training will be provided), input data, analyze data, track participants for follow-up sessions, attend lab meetings, maintain lab rooms/supplies/equipment, and prepare manuscripts. Because this position involves observational coding using FACS, experience in this area is desired but not required. Interested applicants should have a B.A. or B.S. in psychology, decision science, or other related fields. The ideal candidate will have prior research experience and knowledge of experimental methods in psychology, excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, exemplary written and oral communication, and the ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Applicants must have strong interpersonal skills and be comfortable interacting with diverse people in the community. This position is ideal for individuals interested in gaining additional research experience before applying to graduate school in psychology. Applicants including a CV and cover letter will be given priority consideration. More Information: Please visit “Why Carnegie Mellon” to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world. A listing of employee benefits is available at: http://www.cmu.edu/jobs/benefits-at-a-glance/index.html
Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
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