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Research Professional 1 - Part Time
Research Professional 1 - Part Time-March 2024
Minneapolis
Mar 28, 2026
About Research Professional 1 - Part Time

  Job ID359305 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyResearch-Support Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code8352P1 Employee ClassCivil Service About the Job We are seeking a part-time (20 hours per week) Research Professional 1 in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences. Job Duties/Responsibilities: This position involves two studies: 1) investigation of a wearable device to detect and prevent binge eating behavior among adults; 2) treatment grant targeting internal and external eating cues among children with strong food responsiveness. Each study will require the administration, scoring, and interpretation of clinician-based research assessment interviews including the Eating Disorder Examination. This position will also require data collection skills for both investigations, including the administration of self-report assessments and computer tasks as well as ecological momentary assessment and wearable technology. Additional job duties include participant recruitment, data entry, regulatory and IRB correspondence, and volunteer supervision. 25%: Conduct clinical assessment interviews including the Eating Disorder Examination and SCID interviews as well as other specialized assessments to measure eating disorders, eating behaviors, and associated psychopathology (depression, anxiety). 15%: Study coordination including recruitment (community flyers, on-line postings, collaboration with BuildClinical staff), participant enrollment (scheduling, consent procedures, space arrangements), data collection (administration of surveys, questionnaires, ecological momentary assessment, computer tasks, food-related paradigms, body mass index), data entry (using Excel and statistical programs), oversight of student volunteers (provide training, educate, monitor attendance, monitor task completion), lab meeting attendance, use of Redcap, ETHOS, and Florence. 10%: IRB correspondence and regulatory procedures (assist with initial protocol and consent form construction, update protocol and collaborate with regulatory staff in submitting changes to the IRB, monitor personnel and training for IRB documentation, communicate with regulatory staff regarding regulatory questions, assist with study safety monitoring meetings and documentation). Qualifications Required Qualifications: BA/BS or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years. Preferred Qualifications: -Previous experience conducting human research including clinical trials. -Advanced interviewing skills for research-based clinical assessments of psychopathology. -Expertise in eating disorders (and associated psychopathology) including diagnosis and assessment. -Previous experience working with IRB and regulatory procedures. -Familiarity with ecological momentary assessment and wearable technology. About the Department The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences consists of an outstanding team of researchers, clinicians, and educators who provide world-class expertise in psychiatric illness, treatment, scholarship, and scientific discovery. Our mission is to: Create and disseminate new knowledge in the science of mental health Provide effective and innovative clinical care programs to alleviate the suffering of mental illness and promote mental resilience Train the next generation of interprofessional experts who will be leaders in Minnesota and beyond Engage in compassionate and vigorous outreach and advocacy on issues relevant to psychiatric illness, treatment, and research You can find more information on our website at . 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 Let ers 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 the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022). 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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