(Hybrid) Research Assistant - Department of Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry

West Virginia University Research Corporation is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Research Assistant with the Department of Behavioral Medicine & Psychiatry

About the Opportunity

The Research Assistant will work on a clinical research study and will investigate the use of a novel intervention to improve engagement and retention in treatment for patients with comorbid chronic pain and opioid use disorder.

We are seeking a flexible, detail-oriented, and well-organized candidate who has worked with patients with substance use disorders and has a background in or understanding of healthcare processes.

At WVU Research Corporation, we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU Research Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to suit your needs:
* 13 paid holidays ()
* PTO
* 403(b) retirement savings with a fully vested 3% employee contribution match, (Employees have the option of contributing an additional 1-3% of their earnings to the plan, which is also matched by the WVURC)
* A range of
* Dependent Education Scholarship
* WVU Perks
* And More!!

What you'll do:

• Experience submitting IRB protocols, recruiting study participants, and obtaining written informed consent.
• Experience working on human clinical studies and preference will be given to applicants with experience working with patients with substance use disorder
• Be willing to conduct study interviews, track study participation and the distribution of study incentives.
• Be able to coordinate study meetings with the investigative team and provide ongoing assistance to ensure that the study activities are completed in a timely manner.
• Perform data entry, data quality assurance procedures and prepare data for analysis.
• Contribute to other study-related activities as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in public health, psychology, sociology, neuroscience or other related field
• A minimum of 0-6 months of experience conducting human clinical research preferably experience working with patients with substance use disorders or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience using REDCap
• Familiarity with statistical software packages used for data analysis
• Compliant with WVU Medicine guidelines for working in clinical settings
• Ability to work between the hours of 9am-5pm, Monday through Friday and flexibility to work early evenings as needed
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Outlook and Excel).
• Proficiency in data capture software (e.g., REDCap) and analysis software (e.g. SAS, Stata).

The ability to travel to WVUs regional campuses and/or within the multi-state area is required.

The WVURC was created as a not-for-profit corporation in 1985 to support research (R1) at West Virginia University. We provide evaluation, development, patenting, management, and marketing services for inventions of the faculty, staff and students of the University.

The WVURC receives and administers funds awarded by external agencies for research and other activities and is responsible for helping protect intellectual property through patents, copyrights and licensing agreements for start-up companies based on University research.

Creating an inclusive, engaged, and dynamic environment is core to WVURC's mission. We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches and experiences.

West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among its employees and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.