The HEALthy Brain and Child Development (HBCD) Study at OHSU is conducting studies with pregnant people and their children in the areas of neurodevelopment, behavior, learning, environmental factors, substance exposure, and cognitive functioning under the direction of Principle Investigators, Alice Graham, Ph.D. and Elinor Sullivan, Ph.D. We have an opening for an energetic and highly motivated full-time Clinical Research Assistant 2.

Duties for this complex study will include running data collection visits with participants, recruitment of participants, coordination of visit scheduling, and consenting participants for the study. Data collection will focus on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data collection visits, and will include biological sample collection. Data collection occurs frequently during the evening and on weekends so the expected work schedule is between the hours of 3.00 pm-11.00 pm on week days, with some weekend availability. Other data collection may include questionnaire measures, biological samples, and other assessments.  Duties also include preparing and processing materials needed for each research visit, filing, copying, data processing and other general duties in support of the goals of the study. The candidate will also attend weekly laboratory staff meetings with the PIs and senior staff members.

 

Essential qualifications include multi-tasking, dependability, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced, timely manner. Skilled at oral, email, and written communication. Previous experience working with infants and young children is preferred. Experience with MRIs and/or biological samples is also beneficial.  Intermediate computer experience with Word and Excel is preferred. Ability to speak Spanish conversationally is beneficial.  Interest in child development, mental health, health care, and addiction treatment desired. The candidate will be required to perform weekend and evening work to complete the study’s goals.

• Bachelor’s Degree with major courses in field of research, OR Associate’s AND 2 years of relevant experience, OR 3 years of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Previous experience working with infants and/or young children.
• Basic computer and office related skills. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Very strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work at a computer workstation for most of the business day.
• Ability to work with families and children.
• Ability to maintain a safe working environment.
• Ability to express complex ideas and processes to study participants, co-workers and supervisors.
• Ability to escort participants to the MRI scan room and be around an MRI machine.
• Ability to work late into the evening.

Ability to speak Spanish conversationally preferred.

Bachelor’s Degree or major studies in Human Development, Childcare related fields, Psychology, Biology or a related field.

Previous experience with infants and young children involving putting them down for naps and bedtime is preferred.

Intermediate computer experience with Word and Excel, is preferred.

Previous experience working in a research setting, and/or with MRI and biological samples is preferred.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills preferred. Knowledge about infant and child development and/or human subjects research preferred.

***To apply, submit a cover letter, resume and/or CV and 3 references who can speak to your abilities.  Please be sure to include months and years (MM/YYYY format) to the resume for jobs/experience.

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.