Job Description:

Position Purpose:

This Research Assistant (RA) will support a mixed-methods (laboratory and field-based) study of cannabis and alcohol and cannabis co-use on alcohol outcomes. Activities will include participant recruitment and screening, following project protocol for retention of participants, collecting data, data entry, and general support work of the project. The RA is expected to work with individuals participating in addictions-related research to be assessed during laboratory and field-based research protocols. The RA is expected to screen and assess individuals for eligibility and to collect laboratory data involving the administration of alcohol and cannabis, train participants in protocol for a field-based data collection and monitor that data collection daily. The RA is expected to help with organization and maintenance of project documents and files and help with assembling materials for IRB modifications and progress reports.

Major responsibilities include:

Laboratory data collection with research participants.     30 %

Field-based data collection with research participants 30 %

Participant recruitment and retention         20 %

Administrative duties related to research.   10 %

Data Management.  10%

Job Qualifications and Competencies

Education and Experience

BA or BS in psychology or related field with 1-2 years’ experience (other degrees considered based on work experience) or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.

Experience with human subjects research is strongly preferred.

Coursework in research design and statistics and addiction/substance use is preferred.

Knowledge of research methodology and reporting; experience and familiarity with IRB procedures.

Experience with online surveys (e.g., Qualtrics software) is preferred.

Experience managing databases is preferred.

Job Competencies

Must be able to work late afternoons, evenings, and some weekends when necessary.

Strong verbal abilities and communication skills; excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; attention to detail; maturity, and responsibility.

Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, perform multiple tasks efficiently and accurately, take initiative and maintain organized working conditions required.

Ability to function as a research team member and leader.

Must be available to work onsite at Brown University

Two-year commitment is required and long-term commitment preferred.

Possess a willingness and ability to support and promote a diverse and inclusive campus community.

This position requires responsibility, accountability, flexibility, creativity, willingness to adapt to and meet changing priorities, ability to work as part of a team using a problem-solving orientation. This position requires completion of EHS and job-specific training for handling of biological specimens in a laboratory setting.  This position involves all aspects of a clinical trial. Flexibility in work schedule is required, including some weekends.  This position involves monitoring (including background check) and oversight by the DEA and the FDA and working with Schedule I drug. 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification that are satisfactory to Brown University.

This is a fixed term position with an end date of March 31, 2027 and may be extended based upon available funding

This is a fully onsite position.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2025-02-10

Job Posting Title:

Research Assistant

Department:

Center for Alcohol & Addiction Studies

Grade:

Grade 8

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Onsite

 

Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment.

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.