Location: East Hanover, NJ and West Orange, NJ view map
Populations/research areas may include traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, and stroke. If you have interest in a particular research area, please specify. Research assistant positions are based in East Hanover, NJ and West Orange, NJ.
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Recruit/enroll research participants.
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Schedule and coordinate study visits.
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Interview participants according to research protocols.
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Administer neuropsychological test batteries.
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Coordinate/monitor data collection.
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Conduct and/or assist with data analyses.
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Travel to clinics throughout the metropolitan NY/NJ area.
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Manage electronic and paper databases.
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Provide assistance to research scientists with ongoing research studies, including subject recruitment, data collection, database entry and management, statistical analysis and administrative duties.
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Assist with activities related to locomotor training, grant preparation, IRB requirements, and lab organization.
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Bachelor's degree in behavioral or biological sciences. exercise science, neuroscience, or a related discipline.
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One to three years of related experience, preferably in health-related research involving human subjects or in a medical environment.
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Ability to build rapport with potential participants, clinicians, and members of team.
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Excellent problem-solving skills.
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Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with ability to effectively collaborate with senior scientific staff.
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Proficient computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat).
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Demonstrated experience in data management with a variety of data sources (survey, administrative, and medical data).
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Knowledge of statistical software (SPSS or other) and experience with descriptive statistical analysis.
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Effective administrative and communication skills (verbal and written).
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Interest and/or experience in research, medical rehabilitation, motor function, cognitive psychology, and/or neurologic/other disabilities.
Forward your résumé (MS Word or PDF) and salary requirements to [email protected]. Please indicate the position(s) for which you are applying in the subject line.
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