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Research Professional 1-March 2024
Minneapolis
Mar 29, 2026
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  Job ID356348 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyResearch-Support Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code8352P1 Employee ClassCivil Service About the Job Job Duties/Responsibilities: This position seeks an applicant with excellent social skills who enjoys/already knows about and/or wishes to learn about psychological disorders assessment and treatment. It is also ideal for an individual with keen interest in a career path in neuroscience, medicine or psychiatric/psychological graduate education or positions. The ideal candidate had experience with individuals with psychological disorders and good computer technical skills to learn how to administer functional magnetic resonance (fmri) scanning to participants. Training for scanning and administration of fmri procedures or psychological/psychiatric assessment will be provided. Good time management skills, passion for science/learning, and flexible problem solving skills are a strength that will enable success and promotion in this position. The principal investigator Dr. Karina Quevedo, is committed to furthering and supporting the desire of research assistants to pave careers toward graduate studies by offering opportunities to garner authorship in papers, conference presentations and other scientific dissemination opportunities that will boost an applicant's curriculum vita. Examples of tasks that this position will entail: 1. Recruiting study participants (suicide attempting youth and young adults) from various recruitment sources. Administering phone screens to potential study participants and scheduling them for study appointments and follow up. (20%) 2. Maintaining online documentation and performing clerical tasks such as printing materials, backing up digital information and checking/entering scientific data. (10%) 3. Running participants' through psychological assessment sessions that entail in person interaction for the purposes of psychiatric assessment. Specifically, obtaining depressed adolescents and their parents' consent/assent process. Determining inclusion and exclusion criteria. Administering neurobehavioral assessments using the KSADS, KSADS supplements, and Child Depression Rating Scale (CDRS). Administering Wechsler Abbreviated Scale of Intelligence (WASI) and other batteries in the protocol. Explaining and helping participants with various self-report questionnaires and instruments while supporting an experimenter in charge of the psychological assessment sessions. Training will be provided for these tasks. (30%) 3.1. Taking close up pictures of participants faces. 3.2. Learning to use /using a video camera and a connected cellphone to record interviews. 3.3. Administering RedCap questionnaire and computer behavioral tasks. 4. Running the fmri scanning sessions as first chair or second chair. Training will be provided for these tasks. With training by the PI and CMRR personnel this candidate is expected also to quickly master the role of 1st Chair in the CMRR to conduct scanning and real time fmri acquisitions. (40%) 5. Garnering Photoshop and Phantamorph software skills to prepare face images. Training provided, but photoshop skills are highly valued. 6. Computer and information technology skills that are highly valued but that can be learned also on the job: RedCap, Matlab, SPSS or R, Photoshop, PsychoPy or Python, Github. Basic excel, basic Microsoft word and google docs/sheets are necessary. Qualifications All required qualifications must be documented on application materials Required Qualifications: BA/BS or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years. About the Department This position seeks an applicant with excellent social skills who enjoys/already knows about and/or wishes to learn about psychological disorders assessment and treatment. It is also ideal for an individual with keen interest in a career path in neuroscience, medicine or psychiatric/psychological graduate education or positions. The idea candidate had experience with individuals with psychological disorders and good computer technical skills to learn how to administer functional magnetic resonance (fmri) scanning to participants. Training for scanning and administration of fmri procedures or psychological/psychiatric assessment will be provided. Good time management skills, passion for science/learning, and flexible problem solving skills are a strength that will enable success and promotion in this position. The principal investigator Dr. Karina Quevedo, is committed to furthering and supporting the desire of research assistants to pave careers toward graduate studies by offering opportunities to garner authorship in papers, conference presentations and other scientific dissemination opportunities that will boost an applicant's curriculum vita. Benefits Working at the University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost Please visit the for more information regarding benefits. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected] or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647). Diversity The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon... For full info follow application link. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

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