Research Technician II - Social Science
Washington University in St. Louis
Scheduled Hours
37.5Position Summary
This is a full-time research assistant position to work on research examining sleep and circadian rhythm disruption in anxiety-related disorders using self-report, behavioral, and physiological measures.Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Recruits, screens, and tracks study participants.
- Runs participant sessions, including overnight data collection.
- Supervises undergraduate research assistants involved in recruiting and testing study participants at the university.
- Meets and communicates with study team.
- Collects and processes saliva samples.
- Performs other duties as assigned (e.g., communications with IRB, financial tracking, data management, purchasing).
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment.
- Exposure to chemicals.
- Alternative work schedule as regular part of job (on-call, shifts, evening, weekends).
Physical Effort
- Typically working at desk or table.
- Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.
- Ability to move to on and off-campus locations.
Equipment
- Office equipment
- Lab/research equipment
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Certifications:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Driver's License:
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications:
- Human subjects training (can be acquired on job).
- Environmental health and safety training (can be acquired on job).
- Prior research experience in a psychology or neuroscience research lab, though relevant coursework or research in related fields might count towards experience.
- Experience with SPSS and/or R statistical programs, computer programming.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Master's degree
Certifications:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Biological Data Analysis, Computerized Testing Software, Computer Literacy, Data Compilation, Microsoft Office, Oral Communications, Organizing, Working Independently, Written CommunicationGrade
R06-HSalary Range
$16.92 - $26.44 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/