A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
The Research Program on Cognition and Neuromodulation Based Interventions is seeking positive, highly motivated candidates who possesses the skills described below to support faculty, study staff, and trainees. The program's mission is to identify and provide effective non- pharmacological treatments for persons with cognitive impairment and neurological disease. We focus on methods to assist older adults with a variety of cognitive impairments, utilizing neuropsychological theory, modern neuroimaging methods and a range of non-pharmacological treatments, such as cognitive rehabilitation and brain stimulation.
We are seeking two full-time Research Assistants who will assist in clinical research and related projects. It is expected that the successful candidate will be trained to administer and score standardized neuropsychological tests to research participants, memory rehabilitation and/or non-invasive bran stimulations. The candidate will handle other scientific administration and clerical duties as directed to support research projects.
- Screen and recruit study participants
- Enroll and conduct informed consent process
- Administer neuropsychological testing or neuromodulation
- Enter data into secure database
- Transport participants, as necessary, to support study needs
- Act as liaison with other study teams
- Other duties as needed to support the Research Program Manager/Director and supported studies
To be considered for this position, all applicants must have:
- Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
- The ability to multitask as well as work under time constraints and deadlines.
- Outstanding organizational and record-keepings skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- The ability to problem-solve and establish timelines and priorities.
- The flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends as necessary to support the program.
- An excellent driving record, and reliable transportation. Local travel will be expected as part of this role.
- Fluency in English.
To be considered for this position at the Research Technician Intermediate level, applicants must also have:
- A Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- One or more years of research experience.
To be considered for this position at the Research Technician Associate level, applicants must also have:
- A Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficiency in neuropsychological test administration and scoring or experience in the administration of tDCS.
- Experience working with older adults and persons with cognitive impairment
- Knowledge of the greater Detroit and Ann Arbor area.
Monday - Friday, Day Shift with occasional weekends as needed.
This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
The RP-CNBI is firmly committed to advancing inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility and belonging, which are core to the culture and values of the Medical School Office of Research. Our community supports recruiting and cultivating a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and the world. We strive to create a work culture where each team member feels respected, valued, and safe.
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
In addition to the screenings indicated above under Michigan law, a criminal history check including fingerprinting is required as a condition of transfer or employment for this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
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The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
