About The Role

The Research Specialist will be responsible for assisting in conducting guided research in the Biobehavioral Mechanisms Explaining Disparities (BMED) Lab. Under the guidance of the lab manager and/or project coordinator, the individual will assist with conducting participant visits and maintaining study materials, individual participant files, and standard operating procedures for a National Institutes of Health (NIH) RF1 grant. The position will involve handling sensitive and confidential information that must be secured, and the individual must ensure that the private information of study participants remains confidential.

This is a part-time position working up to 20 hours per week and is funded by grant funds for one year.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All interested applicants should attach a resume and cover letter in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.

Workplace Requirements & Location

This position is primarily on-site at Rice University in Houston, Texas. Per Rice policy 440 , work arrangements may be subject to change.
Hiring Range: $21.64/hour
*Non-Exempt (hourly) positions under FLSA are eligible for overtime.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree
1+ years of experience
In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
Valid Texas Driver's License

Skills

Listening, verbal and written communication, analytical, and research skills
Strong scientific and numerical skills with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work in a team environment, participate actively, collaborate, and motivate others in the lab
Critical-thinking, technical, data collection, and interviewing skills
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards
Ability to plan and schedule effectively
Phlebotomy training or willingness to complete training upon the start of employment

Preferences

Related psychological laboratory and/or research experience
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information

Essential Functions

Conduct specialized research and experiments
Collect, track, and analyze data using spreadsheets and databases
May assist in the administration of research projects
Perform all other duties as assigned

Additional Functions

Conduct participant study visits, including home visits. Mileage will be reimbursed.
Recruit and screen potential study participants

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