Research Assistant- Psychology

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research Assistant- Psychology at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

Screening and scheduling families from the Metro Detroit community.

Identify and recruit potential participants.

Leading data collection efforts.

Managing a team of research assistants.

Coordinate between multiple campus research labs for scheduling the delivery of participant biospecimen.

Work with the senior research team to discuss study progress and produce progress summaries and reports.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required.

Flexible working hours. 

Good organizational skills, detail-oriented, drive to complete tasks independently.

Team management skills.  

Bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field.

At least one year of research experience.

Excellent communication skills.  

School/College/Division:

H12 - College of Liberal Arts & Science

Primary department:

H1224 - Psychology

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Research

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
  
• Salary minimum: TBD
• Salary hire maximum: TBD 

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1
  

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.