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Research Associate I - Project Coordinator for Mechanisms Underlying
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Austin, TX
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Job Posting Title:Research Associate I - Project Coordinator for Mechanisms Underlying Neurocognitive Aging (MUNA) Lab----Hiring Department:Department of Psychology----Position Open To:All Applicants----Weekly Scheduled Hours:40----FLSA Status:Non-Exempt----Earliest Start Date:Immediately----Position Duration:Expected to Continue Until Mar 04, 2025----Location:UT MAIN CAMPUS----Job Details:General NotesMechanisms Underlying Neurocognitive Aging (MUNA) LabWe are seeking a project coordinator to join the MUNA lab at UT Austin under the supervision of Principle Investigator, Dr. Alexandra L. Clark, to work on several recently funded research projects. Our work focuses on understanding key drivers of racial/ethnic disparities in Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD). Our work is rooted in the conceptual underpinnings of the National Health Disparities Research Framework. Research investigations generally take a multi-domain (e.g., sociocultural, biological, behavioral, environmental) and multi-level (e.g., individual, community) approach to understanding factors associated with cognitive and brain aging. We conduct comprehensive neuropsychological examinations, collect blood, and perform brain magnetic resonance imaging scans in our local data collection efforts. We also have funded research projects that utilize existing data from the ACTIVE and HABS-HD cohorts. Our goal is to better understand how our life experiences dynamically shape cognitive functioning, brain health, and late-life dementia risk across the lifespan.Start Date: As soon as possible (ideally by 4/1/24).This is a fixed-term, 1 year position to start, with the chance to renew annually based on continuation of grant funding and/or performance. The ideal candidate will be able to make at least a 2-year commitment to the position. Bilingual Spanish speakers are particularly encouraged to apply. What benefits do I receive with UT? The university offers an impressive benefits package. For more details on benefits, please see: and . This position is eligible for a hybrid Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA) (on-campus and remote work). FWA arrangements are subject to manager approval and may shift due to changes in business needs. The remote location must have a reliable internet connection to support working remotely. UT policies on Flexible Work Arrangements are available at . For more information about the College of Liberal Arts, please visit: . Our college seeks to build a supportive, growth-minded community and cultivate outstanding and courageous leaders. For more information on the college staff leadership academy, please visit:. For more information on college staff professional development, please visit:. PurposeThe Research Associate I will act as Project Coordinator for the MUNA Lab.Responsibilities Serve as the main point-person and liaison between study staff, research participants, community partners, university staff, and Dr. Clark Develop and amend IRB study protocol documents required for the university and other research partnerships Manage local REDCap databases and organizing publicly available data from ADNI, ACTIVE, and HABS-HD initiatives for research explorations Obtain informed consent/HIPAA, administer neurocognitive assessments, conduct semi-structured clinical interviews, and collect questionnaire data for study participants Conduct MRI brain scans and assist in processing this data through neuroimaging pipelines Collect anthropomorphic measurements, coordinate blood draws and processing of blood biomarkers Assist in the coordination of educational outreach presentations for community members and partners Conduct literature reviews, perform analyses, and assist the PI with publications and grant applicationsRequired Qualifications Bachelor's degree in psychology, public health, neuroscience, or a related eld Minimum commitment of 2 years in this positionRelevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.Preferred Qualifications The preferred candidate will have a 1-2 years of research experience working with neurologic populations Bilingual Spanish speakers are particularly encouraged to apply Master's degree in clinical psychology, public health, neuroscience, or related eld Research experience in neuropsychology, aging, and familiarity with administering cognitive tests Experience using software such as R, SPSS, FSL, FreeSurfer, SPM, or AFNISalary Range$43,000 - $45,000Working Conditions Climbing of stairs May work around biohazards Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment required (furnished) Use of manual dexterityRequired Materials Resume/CV Names and contact information for at least two references who can provide letters of support upon request to Dr. Alexandra Clark Letter of interestImportantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.----Employment Eligibility:Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.----Retirement Plan Eligibility:The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.----Background Checks:A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.----Equal Opportunity Employer:The University of Texas at Austin, as an ,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.----Pay Transparency:The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.----Employment Eligibility Verification:If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.----E-Verify:The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: [PDF] [PDF] [PDF] [PDF]----Compliance:Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in .The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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