The OHSU Department of Psychiatry, part of the OHSU Brain Institute, focuses on providing excellent clinical treatment to our patients, leading innovative research, and offering hands-on training for the next generation of psychiatrists. Our specialists care for people of every culture and background and it is our mission to value and show appreciation for diversity, showing respect for all people who we treat, teach, and serve.

This position will be working in the chronic pain research lab with Drs. Travis Lovejoy and Ben Morasco. The focus of our work is on improving the safety and effectiveness of treatments for chronic pain, with particular focus on treating under-served individuals.

 

The purpose of this Research Assistant position is primarily to assist in the execution of a multi-site clinical trial, which is examining the effectiveness of a multi-faceted intervention to treat chronic pain among patients who live in rural areas.

 

The primary responsibilities will be to recruit participants, complete research assessments, data entry, and tracking participants over time. Assessments will include evaluation of pain-related factors and mental health symptoms. The research assistant will assist with IRB-related tasks, complete data entry, prepare databases for statistical analyses, coordinate participant follow-up, and other general duties in support of the goals of the study. Essential qualifications include multi-tasking, dependability, attention to detail, and ability to work in a timely manner. Skilled at oral, email, and written communication. For those with relevant background, there may also be opportunities to conduct qualitative interviews with study participants.

 

Consideration requires a complete application, which consists of a cover letter tailored to this position, and a resume/CV.

• Bachelor's in relevant field OR
• Associate's AND 2 years of relevant experience OR
• 3 years of relevant experience OR
• Equivalent combination of training and experience
• Has working knowledge of traditional computing software (Microsoft Word, Excel PowerPoint) and statistical software. The position requires sufficient computer knowledge to interface with a variety of database, statistical, and processing software.

• Preference will be given to applicants with a graduate degree in mental health (e.g., clinical or counseling psychology, social work). Applicants must have prior coursework and clinical experience working with individuals with psychiatric and/or substance use disorders.

• Two or more years of research experience in a clinical setting is preferred.

• A history of working in a clinical research setting is also necessary. Other preferred qualifications include someone with exceptional interpersonal skills and is detail-oriented.

• Experience conducting quantitative or qualitative analyses, interpreting results, and disseminating findings through publications and presentations.

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.