Research Specialist | Clinical Application of Neuroscience lab (CANlab)

at  UPMC

The Research Specialist will provide research support in a laboratory conducting multi-dimensional studies of neural, cognitive, and affective aspects of emotional (dys)function and health equity, as well as clinical trials research focused on novel neurocognitive interventions for adolescent depression and anxiety (e.g., neurofeedback, augmented reality-based interventions). This position provides full time research assistance by interviewing participants; conducting neuroimaging (EEG), augmented reality, and behavioral research protocols; managing data collected during assessments; and providing lab management assistance to the Principal Investigator.

• Administer neurobehavioral assessments to adolescent research subjects, including the collection of questionnaire data, neuropsychological assessments, and neuroimaging (EEG) during computer-based and augmented reality environments.
• Conduct clinical assessments/interviews with adolescents and their caregivers focused on psychiatric and psychological functioning, as well as exposure to adverse life experiences such as trauma and discrimination.
• Assistance in the collection, management, processing, and analysis of data from the research assessments, interviews, and questionnaires and in the management and delivery of related equipment.
• Keep a flexible schedule to accommodate schedules of both research subjects and research facilities, including morning, evening, and weekend availability.
• Perform in accordance with system-wide policy, procedure, competencies, and behaviors.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Psychology, Neuroscience, Sociology or related research field.
• Minimum of one year of work experience in a research project and/or related clinical setting is required.
• Familiarity with computers and common software packages required.
• Working knowledge of research methodology strongly preferred.
• Ability to interact skillfully with clinical populations, with an emphasis on adolescence.
• Must have excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, interpersonal skills, and ability to prioritize among multiple tasks.
• Previous experience with EEG data collection or analysis preferred.