STUDY COORDINATOR POSITION (starting June 2018, must have B.A. in Psych)
The Promoting Adolescent School Success P.A.S.S.; https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__pass.vcu.edu&d=DwIFaQ&c=yHlS04HhBraes5BQ9ueu5zKhE7rtNXt_d012z2PA6ws&r=2v1YDTuLPZHmQ3biX2-eYJtwmkDFynkXP0v_D7Uvn2-s4HJoHSE2YgHJFTcV7n3z&m=9CizrEiGJCTQ-83cW7KYdq4ZztKqdvdqX8yRPVTiUpI&s=v-GRgAp3l5TZ16pP9FcAUf2jvX_EUXtsDl-VA9_SGPo&e=)
research group in the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Department of
Psychology is recruiting to fill a full-time Study Coordinator position.
The anticipated start date is June, 2018. The duties and responsibilities
of this position are to organize and oversee the day-to-day operations of a
federally funded research study titled “*Longitudinal Evaluation of the
Impact of Sleep on the Academic and Social Functioning of Adolescents with
and without ADHD*” (Institute of Education Sciences – R305A160126; PIs
Langberg/Becker - https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__psychology.vcu.edu_people_faculty_langberg-2D1.html&d=DwIFaQ&c=yHlS04HhBraes5BQ9ueu5zKhE7rtNXt_d012z2PA6ws&r=2v1YDTuLPZHmQ3biX2-eYJtwmkDFynkXP0v_D7Uvn2-s4HJoHSE2YgHJFTcV7n3z&m=9CizrEiGJCTQ-83cW7KYdq4ZztKqdvdqX8yRPVTiUpI&s=MvWWiAM8dD763yl6lfMQ2qLOffoeVTHXCMV9iyHO0C4&e=.
This is a multi-site study which includes the collection of subjective and
objective measures of sleep, symptoms, and functioning at five timepoints
across the transition from middle to high school for 300 participants (150
ADHD and 150 comparison). The study coordinator plays an integral role in
assuring that the study objectives are met and are accomplished within the
specified timeframe. The coordinator is responsible for organizing,
scheduling, and helping to administer all of the study follow-up
evaluations. The coordinator is also responsible for tracking and assisting
with participant retention activities and reporting weekly to the PI on
progress towards goals. In addition, the coordinator is responsible for all
aspects of data collection, including ensuring that rating scales are
administered to parents, teachers, and students and are completed, scored,
and entered within the expected timeframe.
The position will provide the employee with extensive training and
experience interacting with youth with ADHD and their families and
implementing and publishing research studies. The P.A.S.S. research group
has many on-going and recently completed studies that the coordinator may
collaborate on, including school-based intervention randomized controlled
trials with middle, high school, and college students with ADHD. The
candidate will have the opportunity to develop independent research
questions, learn to analyze data, and to present findings at conferences
and through publication. This position would be ideal for an individual
with a long-term goal of completing graduate training in psychology.
Qualifications
The position requires excellent writing skills; initiative, flexibility,
the ability to work independently, and strong interpersonal and
organizational skills. Specific requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree in psychology or equivalent combination of
education & experience
· 2-year commitment (e.g., apply to graduate school at beginning of 2
nd year)
· Prior experience assisting with the coordination of research
studies
· *Experience with REDCap is strongly preferred *
· Strong attention to detail and organizational & analytical skills
· Ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiple requests, and keep a
positive attitude
· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel in particular)
· Ability to clearly and respectfully communicate with other study
staff, parents, and teachers
Please e-mail the PI, Dr. Langberg, with questions or to convey interest
and attach a C.V./resume to the e-mail that includes undergraduate major
and GPA – jlangberg@vcu.edu
Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged
to apply.
