Clinical Research Specialist – Emory College of Arts and Sciences

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Clinical Research Specialist – Emory College of Arts and Sciences

Company: Emory University


Description: DescriptionKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under general supervision, assists with administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical research.
• Assists with patient recruitment.
• Reviews medical records and/or conducts screenings for recruitment of study participants, performs interviews and QOL questionnaires.
• Collects study specimen according to protocol which may include phlebotomy, processing, and preparation for shipping.
• Sets up experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator.
• Compiles data and records results of studies for publications, grants and seminar presentations.
• May be required to participate in laboratory maintenance activities such as ordering of supplies.
• Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.
• Performs related responsibilities as required by principal investigator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in cognitive science, neuroscience, psychology, or related field, is required. Candidates should be self-motivated, independent, and reliable.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are also essential. Prior experience in human affective, clinical or cognitive neuroscience (e.g., conducting and analyzing fMRI or EEG studies), behavioral experiment administration, IRB management, or clinical interviewing experience will all be viewed positively, but are not required.
• Strong computer programming skills (for example MATLAB and/or Python) are highly preferred but not required. A two-year commitment is required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

• The Translational Research in Affective Disorders Laboratory (TReAD Lab) at Emory University is seeking a researcher to assist in coordinating all aspects of the research process (designing/programming experiments, recruiting/running participants, analyzing behavioral and neuroimaging data) involved in several longitudinal studies with a clinical adolescent sample, clinical adult sample, and control samples. This is an excellent position for anyone seeking research experience and training in clinical and cognitive neuroscience before applying to graduate programs.
• This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of Clinical Research Specialist.
• To apply, please include a letter of interest, CV/resume, and contact information of three references in your application.

The Translational Research in Affective Disorders Laboratory (TReAD Lab) at Emory University is seeking a
researcher to assist in coordinating all aspects of the research process (designing/programming experiments,
recruiting/running participants, analyzing behavioral and neuroimaging data) involved in several longitudinal studies
with a clinical adolescent sample, clinical adult sample, and control samples. This is an excellent position for anyone
seeking research experience and training in clinical and cognitive neuroscience before applying to graduate
programs.More information about current studies can be found at treadlab.org. You can also read more
about our ongoing studies on the NIH RePORTER:More information about current studies can be found at treadlab.org.You can also read more about our ongoing studies on the NIH RePORTER:https://reporter.nih.gov/search/UL1oxbqN60KXAujsM4MYkw/project-details/10755745https://reporter.nih.gov/search/UL1oxbqN60KXAujsM4MYkw/project-details/10617351https://reporter.nih.gov/search/MuhVWIDcxkaTb7AQ-df8WA/project-details/11046239NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.Additional DetailsEmory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week’s advance notice is preferred.

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Location: Atlanta, GA

Date: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:46:41 GMT


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