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University of Vermont is hiring a Research Project Assistant. The role involves managing an NIH-funded research study, including participant recruitment, coordination of telemedicine assessments, and data management using REDCap and Access. Responsibilities also include overseeing fiscal responsibilities for participant compensation and equipment purchases. Support is provided in maintaining confidentiality, entering data, and assisting with protocol adherence and preparation of study-related reports.

Highlights

Oversee day-to-day implementation of the research study.
Conduct participant recruitment and manage assessments via telemedicine.
Use REDCap and MS Access for data entry and management.
Compensation ranges from $23.00/hour to $27.00/hour.
Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field with one year of experience required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite is desired.
Work with sensitive information while maintaining confidentiality.

Research Project Assistant Full Description

Research Project Assistant

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.

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Advertising/Posting Title | Research Project Assistant
Posting Summary | Oversee the day-to-day implementation of a NIH-funded research study evaluating the efficacy of a novel telemedicine-delivered PE protocol for improving therapy attendance and PTSD symptoms in individuals with OUD. Responsible for participant recruitment, scheduling and conducting intake and follow-up assessments and study visits via telemedicine, obtaining subject consents via REDCAP, and coordinating and conducting the urine toxicology testing via telemedicine. Uphold fiscal responsibilities related to participant compensation and the purchasing of study-related equipment and supplies. Enter and manage all data collected during the study using REDCap and Access under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and biostatistician. In addition to entering and maintaining data, this work will involve maintaining files and records, using discretion regarding sensitive information, and maintaining confidentiality within the framework of the University guidelines. Assist as needed with IRB-approved protocols and the preparation of progress reports, presentations and manuscripts related to the study.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Bachelor degree in psychology, social work or medical areas or a related field and one year of experience required.Effective organizational skills and the ability to adhere to study protocols required.Proficient with word processing, spreadsheet and database applications required.Comfort in working with complex populations and ability to maintain a thoughtful and respectful interaction style with participants required.

Desirable Qualifications
Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint) and experience with data entry, data management and graphing highly desirable.Experience with clinical populations desired.Experience in research and specific experience with behavioral treatments or study management desirable.

Anticipated Pay Range | $23.00/hour - $27.00/hour

Other Information
Special Conditions
Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position, A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees

FLSA | Non-Exempt
Union Position | Yes, UVMSU

Posting Details
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location | Burlington, Vermont
Job Open Date | 06/11/2025
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) |
Open Until Filled | No

Position Information

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Research Project Assistant

For information on safety and security at the University of Vermont, see the annual security report by clicking on the Clery Act button in the sidebar menu.

Finalists for positions at UVM may be subject to a criminal background check.

For classified staff positions, actual hiring pay dependent on current competitor market conditions, comparable campus peer(s) at time of hire, and candidate’s experience level and length.

Be sure to carefully review and update your application information before submitting an application!

Posting Details
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location | Burlington, Vermont
Job Open Date | 06/11/2025
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) |
Open Until Filled | No

Position Information

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at

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