Research Assistant Jobs

Job Title: Research Assistant 1 HSS Company: Yale University Location: New Haven, CT Description: 1. Work with two Clinical Instructors (LCSW's) providing in-home parent / child work and substance abuse treatment to parents and children under the age of 8 years old. 2. Provide outreach to clients in their homes, organizations and community service agencies as assigned.3. Will provide appropriate services for delivery of adequate care, referrals to appropriate services, support for special needs related to parenting and / or family issues. 4. Conduct drug testing.5. Participate in weekly clinical group.6. Participate in meetings and conferences as required.7. Collaborate closely with Department of Children and Families and varies service providers.8. Develop knowledge of special issues relating specifically to substance abuse, infant development and parenting.9. Will provide crisis intervention service to families as needed on a hr / 7 day per week basis (as needed).10. Maintain accurate case related forms including weekly records of services provided to client and collateral contracts. 11. Perform related duties as assigned.12. Attend weekly supervision with Clinical Coordinator of program.

Job Title: Research Assistant Company: National Academy for State Health Policy Location: Portland, ME Description: Research Assistant National Academy for State Health Policy Portland, ME Office   The National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP) is seeking a Research Assistant to help develop and implement health policy projects in areas that include Medicaid, children's health, mental health and substance abuse, and health care quality. The ideal candidate will have solid organizational and writing skills, basic research skills and knowledge of health policy, and the ability to work with state officials, other stakeholders, and National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP) staff to successfully carry out tasks consistent with the mission of the organization. Work involves assistance with meetings, information collection and analysis, preparation of materials such as fact sheets, graphs and tables, and other tasks necessary for successful completion of projects. Some travel is required.   Specific tasks include:   ·         Conducts internet and literature research. ·         Assists in planning and implementing project specific face-to-face, audio and Web-based meetings and training sessions, including assistance with scheduling, developing agendas, preparing and disseminating materials, taking notes, and drafting meeting summaries. ·         Compiles and presents data and information in formats needed for analysis and for presentation, including tables, graphs, charts, and reports. ·         Assists in drafting policy briefs, fact sheets, and reports. ·         Assists in developing and implementing NASHP annual conference sessions. ·         Carries out necessary follow-up project activities, including working with communications staff to keep the NASHP Web site current. ·         Assists in providing support to NASHP committees. ·         Assists in researching and developing funding proposals and applications. ·         Assists other staff with speech and document preparation by conducting background research, formatting documents and tables, preparing presentations, and other related activities. ·         Collects and analyzes data and information through methods including surveys, evaluation tools, and phone interviews. ·         Represents NASHP at meetings and conferences.     About NASHP   The National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP) is an independent academy of state health policymakers working together to identify emerging issues, develop policy solutions, and improve state health policy and practice. NASHP provides a forum for constructive, nonpartisan work across branches and agencies of state government on critical health issues facing states. We are a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to helping states achieve excellence in health policy and practice. NASHP has offices in Portland, Maine and Washington, D.C.  (For additional information on NASHP, visit www.nashp.org.)  This position will be based in our Portland, ME, office.     The National Academy for State Health Policy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Title: Research Assistant - Company: Location: Atlanta, GA Description: Position Title: Research Assistant Position Number: 1002-001-RA Announcement Date: February 1, 2010 Position Start Date: March 1, 2010 ? June 1, 2010 Job Location: Atlanta, Georgia (Midtown) Our client is a non-partisan, public health, and public policy research institution that develops and evaluates programs to improve the health and well-being of the nation?s youth, families, and communities. Their development activities include the construction of interactive curricula, multimedia toolkits to build knowledge and skills, and new media to effectively communicate information. Their evaluation activities focus on the production and dissemination of objective and timely scientific information that addresses public health and social service problems.Our client takes scholarship seriously and presents the results of our research in journal articles and research briefs and at top national conferences. Our client has a broad portfolio of grants and contracts from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the National Institute of Mental Health, the National Cancer Institute, and other agencies and organizations. We use this funding to work in our four program areas: ? Drug Abuse Education and Prevention: Investigates emerging trends in substance abuse and measures the effectiveness of social marketing, universal school-based prevention, and science education as methods to reach youth with persuasive information on the risks of illicit drug use. ? Health and Science Literacy: Explores creative approaches to help people access, understand, and apply health and science information to make protective decisions about their health and well-being. ? Vulnerable Populations: Develops, evaluates, and disseminates programs to improve the health and quality of life of children with special needs and their families, underserved communities, and other vulnerable populations. ? Organizational Studies: Identifies and studies strategies for public institutions and nonprofit organizations to deliver health and social services effectively. RESEARCH ASSISTANT RESPONSIBILITIES Under the close supervision of senior staff, the research assistant will assist in conducting social science research by gathering information and helping to prepare materials for inclusion in program documents, reports, and papers. The person in this position will: ? Administer structured surveys (telephone, written, computer-assisted, and in-person interviews) for projects requiring primary data collection. ? Perform library research on specified topics and synthesize information into bibliographies, abstracts, memoranda, and/or reports. ? Collect, process, and analyze data using basic statistical methods and statistical analysis software. ? Process data from secondary data sets or other sources using statistical analysis software. QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications for this position include: 1) a Bachelors degree in public policy, public health, economics, or a related social science field; 2) strong writing ability and quantitative skills; and 3) basic data collection experience and knowledge of statistical software packages, such as SAS. Prior experience in a similar research organization is a plus. TO APPLY To apply for this position, send your resume and a cover letter that clearly discusses your experience and its applicability to the position to the reply email address. Your email must include the position title and position number in the email subject line. The application deadline is February 26, 2010. Our client will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. No telephone calls, please.

Job Title: Neuropsychology Research Assistant Company: Johns Hopkins University Location: Baltimore, MD Description: General Description:Will provide technical support to research studies on aging and dementia. Primary Responsibilities - Recruiting memory-disordered research participants and normal control subjects - Obtaining informed consent - Conducting interviews of patients and family members - Administering and scoring neuropsychological tests - Entering data into a computer database - Maintaining computerized and hard copy files - Conducting basic statistical analyses and literature searches - Drafting IRB applications and annual reports - Maintaining supplies of test materials, participating in periodic research meetings - Performing miscellaneous clerical duties Qualifications:Bachelor?s degree in psychology or related field required; Minimum of one year experience administering and scoring psychological tests required. Extremely well organized, precise, and detail-oriented required. Knowledge of cognitive assessment and of statistics required. Excellent social skills and clinical judgment required. Must have ability to use a personal computer. Knowledge of SPSS, WordPerfect and MS Office applications required . Must have ability to perform basic statistical analyses. Must have a vehicle and be able and willing to drive to care facilities or participants? homes (occasionally). Master?s degree preferred.Job Type: On Call

Job Title: Research Assistant Company: Wayne State University Location: Detroit, MI Description: Essential Functions: Administration and scoring of neuropsychological and psychological tests. Collection of data via structured interviews. Data entry and statistical analysis of scores. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: B.A. or B.S. in Psychology. Completion of, or current enrollment in, at least one graduate level course in neuropsychological theory, neuropsychological assessment, psychological assessment, and statistics.Job Type: Part Time

Job Title: Research Assistant Company: CNS Network Location: Garden Grove, CA Description: Busy Clinical Research Facility in Garden Grove, CA is looking for a person who is energetic, organized and who has good communication skills. Candidates need to have at least a Bachelor’s degree in a science or in social science or psychology. Candidates also need to have at least 1 year of continuous work experience working in a healthcare or mental health setting with direct patient contact. Salary is competitive and includes health, dental and 401k. Please email resume to Register to View

Job Title: Research Assistant Company: The Henry M. Jackson Foundation Location: Bethesda, MD Description: Responsibilities The Henry M. Jackson Foundation (HJF) is seeking a Research Assistant for the Department of Medical and Clinical Psychology (MPS) at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) in Bethesda, MD. HJF provides administrative and management support to MPS. The Uniformed Services University is the Nation's federal health sciences university and is committed to excellence in military medicine and public health during peace and war. They provide the Nation with health professionals dedicated to career service in the Department of Defense and the United States Public Health Service and with scientists who serve the common good. USUHS serves the uniformed services and the Nation as an outstanding academic health sciences center with a worldwide perspective for education, research, service and consultation; they are unique in relating these activities to military medicine, disaster medicine and military medical readiness. Responsibilities: 1. Coordinate lab research activities in the areas of suicide prevention and military mental health. 2. Participate in the recruitment and screening at an inpatient psychiatric setting 3. Collect data and other research support (e.g., literature searches, development of study materials, IRB submissions). Required Knowledge. Skills, and Abilities: Strong attention to detail, strong organizational and multi-tasking skills, ability to work independently as well as part of a team, and prior experience in a research environment Minimum Education/Training Requirements: Bachelor's degree in psychology or health-related field and a strong interest in working with military patients. Minimum Experience: 0 - 2 years experience Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Director of Human Resources

Job Title: Research Assistant Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. Company: New York's Job Exchange Location: Orangeburg, NY Description: Research Assistant Register to View Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. Job Description Duties:• Assists with administrative duties, including filling out forms and input to tracking systems. • Assists with electronic filing • Assists with posting updates and to Center Website • Assists with compiling references and writing literature reviews • Assists with scheduling for ongoing pilot studies • Takes notes at meetings and transcribes notes, in vivo and from recordings • Assists with preparing reports, applications and other documents, electronic and paper, as needed Qualifications:Candidate must • have a B.A. in Psychology or related field • be able to manage time on multiple projects, have experience as a research assistant be proficient with Microsoft Office A benefit package may or may not be available. Request specific information from the employer. Job Summary Company Job ID: Nathan Kline Institute Job Title: Research Assistant Company: Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. Location: US - NY, Ornageburg, 10962 AJE Reference Number: 527176617 Job Start/End Date: 01/06/2010 - 02/15/2010 Job Type: Temporary Job Classification: Part Time Hours/Week: 20 hrs/week Salary Range: $ 14.79 per hour Education: Bachelors Degree Required Degree/ Formal Training: B.A. in Psych/Related Field Required Licenses/ Certificates : not provided Experience: Entry Level (0 - 2 years) Company Homepage: http://corporate... More Information Market analytics

Job Title: Professional Research Assistant Company: University of Colorado at Colorado Springs Location: Colorado Springs, CO Description: The Psychology Department at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs is looking for Professional Research Assistant to conduct program evaluation work concerning substance abuse treatment programs offered by the Colorado Department of Corrections. This position exists to evaluate offender programs by reviewing literature, developing study designs, identifying and collecting data elements, maintaining research databases, establishing quality assurance systems, collaborating with other professionals in the substance abuse treatment field, and writing research and evaluation reports. For full job description and application requirements, visit our Web site at: https://www.jobsatcu.com/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=219454

Job Title: Project Coordinator / Research Assistant Company: Harvard Program in Refugee Trauma Location: Cambridge, MA Description: JOB DESCRIPTION Harvard Program in Refugee Trauma Over the past 30 years, the Harvard Program in Refugee Trauma (HPRT) has pioneered the health and mental health of traumatized refugee and civilian populations. HPRT’s vision has always been to advance both an evidence-based and culturally valid approach to aid in the relief of suffering for the one billion persons worldwide affected by violence and natural disaster. HPRT’s major scientific advances have placed mental health on the global health policy agenda for post-conflict nations and areas recovering from natural disaster worldwide. This job opportunity comprises of three overlapping part time jobs. 1. Statewide Network of Local Care for Torture Survivors This is a grant from the US Office of Refugee Resettlement. It offers direct social and psychiatric services to torture survivors living in Lynn, Massachusetts, in addition to statewide trainings to health centers and DMH practitioners from all regions of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Position: Administrative Assistant Responsibilities: a. Program Evaluation: patient care, diabetes management class, health promotion class, youth group a. Track patient evaluations b. Send weekly reminders to clinicians c. Enter and analyze data b. Writing a grant report every six months to the Office of Refugee Resettlement c. Co-leading a youth group of Cambodian Teens in Lynn, Massachusetts d. Assisting in the coordination of statewide trainings in different regions of Massachusetts about 2-4 times/year. 2. Global Mental Health: Trauma and Recovery Certificate Program After the Project One Billion meeting in Rome in 2004, HPRT promised to do capacity building in post-conflict societies and disseminate the Mental Health Action Plan, which is a model for post-conflict recovery. The Global Mental Health: Trauma and Recovery Certificate Program was created in 2006 as a result of the Project One Billion meeting. It is a blended-learning program that combines 2 weeks of intensive lectures and group discussions in Orvieto, Italy, followed by 5 months online of continuing peer and faculty supervision. Participants come from or work in post-conflict societies (or societies that are currently in conflict) and the course offers a multi-disciplinary approach to recovery in such societies through a community of practice model. Position: Project Coordinator Responsibilities: a. Assist with marketing b. Keep track of applicants’ materials c. Entering and summarizing some of the content from the applications d. Assist the Application Review Committee in the decision process e. Notify participants of their acceptance and send information packets f. Coordinate logistics with Italian on the ground coordinators and send information to participants and faculty regarding visas, payment, transportation, accommodation, academic preparation, etc. g. On the ground: travel for 2 weeks to Italy and assist with the on the ground logistics, participants’ and faculty needs, basic technology needs, program evaluation, lecture materials, etc. 3. Miscellaneous: This consists of being involved to various degrees in all other HPRT projects and assisting in the general running of the HPRT office. Position: Research Assistant Responsibilities: a. Assist with grant writing b. Assist with writing of scientific publications c. Assist with office management d. Assist with other research or service projects and grants as they are awarded e. Assist in preparing Powerpoint and miscellaneous materials for various lectures f. Office liaison with Financial Manager