Research Assistant III

Sleep And Behavioral Neuroscience Center Research Assistant

The Sleep And Behavioral Neuroscience Center (SBNC) is a state-of-the-art laboratory with a highly collaborative team environment. The casual Research Assistant III will assist with polysomnographic technologists in acquiring accurate and complete recordings of electrophysiological data in the Sleep And Behavioral Neuroscience Center (SBNC) laboratory. They will also assist with study procedures as specified by the protocol design which may include (but is not limited to) monitoring of various data acquisition devices, administration of forms and paper/pencil and computer assessments, collection labeling and storage of urine/saliva samples and accurately obtaining vital signs from participants and patients.

*This is a casual position that requires your flexibility to work evening, overnight, and weekend shifts including occasional day shifts*

This position is grant funded.

Responsibilities:

• Perform entry level research related functions in support of a research project(s).
• Perform more advanced clerical and/or data entry responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required. Some college preferred.
• Familiarity with computers and common software packages required.
• Knowledge of research methodology strongly preferred.
• Prior research experience preferred.
• Must be able to work evenings, nights and weekends.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran