Research Assistant

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Westchester, FL, USA
In-Office
22-27 Hourly
Junior
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The Role
Full-time research assistant to support grant-funded studies on alcohol and related health behaviors among emerging adults. Responsibilities include participant recruitment/retention, data collection/entry/cleaning/scoring, statistical analysis, literature reviews, manuscript and grant support, programming online assessments, managing IRB submissions, facilitating motivational interventions, and liaising with campus and professional communities.
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Loyola Marymount University’s Heads UP psychology research lab, under the direction of Dr. Joe LaBrie, is looking for a research assistant to execute grant-funded research on alcohol and other health-related behavioral and psychosocial domains with (high-risk) emerging adults, women, and persons in recovery for alcohol use and substance use disorders. This highly productive lab has multiple active grants and research studies. This job provides a significant opportunity for publications, exposure to research methodologies, and preparation for graduate study or continued work in research fields.
About us: The Heads UP lab researches alcohol use and other health behaviors among college students, women, and persons with alcohol use and substance use disorders. The lab focuses on the behavioral and psychosocial factors of engaging in risk behavior and how to leverage these factors to improve intervention strategies. Current projects include innovative social norms prevention efforts leveraging gamification and social media; leveraging parental influence to reduce risk in new college students; and evaluating recovery-sustaining resources for persons who wish to stop/reduce their alcohol or substance use.

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Project management including recruitment/retention of research participants.

  • Data collection and entry. Data cleaning and scoring.

  • Perform comprehensive literature reviews and contribute to the preparation of peer-reviewed manuscripts, grants, and reports. Assist and perform statistical analysis and evaluation of research results.

  • Facilitation of individual and group motivational enhancement interventions targeting problematic drinking among college students.

  • Design/program assessments using online survey software.

  • Oversee all IRB submissions.

  • Serve as liaison between Heads Up and various campus departments. Represent LMU within the Psychology community and at professional conferences; serve on committees as required.

  • Perform other duties as assigned or requested.


EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Minimum 1 year research experience with a strong understanding and verifiable application of research methodology and data analysis.

  • Strong writer in APA style

  • Opportunities for significant publications.

  • Familiarity and experience using online survey software encouraged.

  • Demonstrated computer competency and knowledge of SPSS systems.

  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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Staff Term (Fixed Term)

Salary range

$22.26 - $26.68 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Please note that this position may not be eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)

LMU is committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities and ensuring a comprehensive recruitment and selection process for all applicants.

 

Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the application, interview, or selection process may contact Human Resources at [email protected] or by phone at (310) 338-2723. Applicants who use relay services or other assistive communication technologies are welcome to utilize those services when contacting Human Resources.

 

When contacting Human Resources, please include the job posting number, title of the position and department for which you are applying. Applicants are not required to disclose the nature of a disability or provide medical information when requesting an accommodation during the recruitment process.

 

LMU will work with applicants in a timely and interactive process to identify and provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable federal and state law.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum 1 year research experience with verifiable application of research methodology and data analysis.
  • Strong writer in APA style.
  • Familiarity and experience using online survey software.
  • Demonstrated computer competency and knowledge of SPSS systems.
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.
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