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Virginia Commonwealth University VCU School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCUs sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.
Unit School Of Medicine Department Psychiatry
The VCU Department of Psychiatry is seeking to hire a part-time research assistant to support ongoing projects focused on autism and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Position Responsibilities
Dr. Paige Cervantes and the CARE lab in the Child and Adolescent Division of VCUs Department of Psychiatry are seeking a part-time research assistant. The CARE lab aims to improve community mental health services for autistic children and adolescents through research.
This research assistant position will primarily involve data management and analysis as well as dissemination of findings through manuscript preparation and community and academic conference presentations. Opportunities to contribute to data collection and project management may also be available.
Current projects are focused on identifying barriers and facilitators to the implementation of best practice mental health care for autistic youth as well as on understanding and adapting mental health assessment measures to improve the detection and monitoring of psychiatric symptoms in autistic children and adolescents.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
1-2 years experience in research Familiarity with data management systems such as REDCap Excellent verbal and written communication abilities Proficiency in conducting literature reviews Commitment of approximately 5 hours or more per week Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty staff and students from all backgrounds and experiences or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.
Preferred Qualifications
Currently have or are pursuing a masters or doctoral degree Strong interest and prior experience in autism research Experience with both quantitative and qualitative data analysis
Salary Range 20-22
Benefits
All full-time university staff are eligible for VCUs robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.
FLSA Exemption Status Non-Exempt Restricted Position Yes ORP Eligible No Flexible Work Arrangement Fully Onsite
Contact Information
Contact Name: Dr. Paige Cervantes Contact Email: Paige.Cervantes@vcuhealth.org