Staff Research Associate I (Sleep Study)

The Semel Institute is seeking to hire a full time SRA I to work under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI). In this role you will complete the duties of Staff Research Associate I (SRA I) by coordinating all aspects of a sleep study in a population with rare genetic disorders. Responsibilities will include:

• Contacting prospective participants from an existing pool of people previously enrolled in other studies and coordinating their data collection visits including clinical and cognitive assessments.
• Remotely train participants to use sleep recording devices to be used in their home, including troubleshooting problems as they may occur.
• Ensuring that data collection has been completed and managing data on various cloud-based databases.
• Preparing feedback reports to be sent to participants.
• Preparing and tracking FedEx shipments, as well as device management.
• Assisting with MRI data collection.

Required:

• Experience working with human subjects (youth and families)
• Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction.
• Experience working with personal computers, word processing and data entry software including basic statistics (for example Excel and Word)
• Understanding of MR and fMRI methodology.
• Skill in the use of personal computers, word processing and data entry software applications including basic statistics (Excel/other statistical package)
• Ability to perform other computer data tasks such as data entry and verification.
• Obtain MRI Safety Training at UCLA brain imaging centers (center for Cognitive Neuroscience (CCN) or Brain Mapping Center)
• Communication Skills:Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with research participants, colleagues, and external collaborators.
• Attention to Detail:Strong attention to detail for accurate data collection, entry, and management.
• Flexibility and Adaptability:Skill in working independently and ability to follow through on assignments with minimal direction. Ability to adapt to changes in protocols, procedures, and technology in a research environment.
• Teamwork:Capability to work collaboratively within a research team, including coordination with other recruitment sites as necessary.
• Experience with Research Populations:familiarity and experience working withyouth with developmental disabilities

Preferred:

• Experience with Research Protocols:Familiarity with REDcap, IRB protocols and procedures for human subject research.
• Technical Proficiency:Ability to operate and troubleshoot MRI and EEG equipment, including understanding of setup, calibration, and maintenance.
• Data Analysis Skills:Experience or coursework in data analysis, including basic statistical analysis using software such as Excel or statistical packages. Familiarity with Linux, R and/or Python programming languages.
• Bachelor's Degree in Neuropsychology, Psychology or related fields, and/or equivalent experience/training - preferred