Description

Indiana University (IU) Indianapolis School of Science is a vital part of Indiana's life, health, and technology industries and allows for unparalleled research and collaboration. We are home to 8 departments and programs representing many different aspects of the science world. Our faculty and staff are committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service.
Our faculty engage in cutting-edge research in a wide variety of fields, including biochemistry and molecular biology, clinical psychology, forensic science, pure and applied math, and more.
We pride ourselves on our interdisciplinary approach, extensive undergraduate research opportunities, professional school placements, and service to our students. Our graduates are the life blood of an economy that needs innovative thinkers, contributing team members, and eager learners. Committed to having real impact in their work and community, our graduates emerge from the School of Science as well-rounded scientists whose experiences have prepared them to solve the problems of the future.

Job Summary

This position serves multiple research functions within Dr. Jesse Stewart's Cardiometabolic Behavioral Medicine (CBM) Lab, housed in the Department of Psychology at Indiana University Indianapolis. The Research Assistant will have a dedicated workstation in the CBM Lab and will work on National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded clinical trials, examining the effects of psychological interventions (e.g., cognitive behavioral therapy for depression and insomnia) on the risk of cardiometabolic diseases (e.g., diabetes and cardiovascular disease) in people with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and primary care patients.
Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Makes recruitment phone calls and schedules assessment visits
• Assists with the running assessment visits at the Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI) Clinical Research Center
• Helps to prepare Institutional Review Board (IRB) materials and other regulatory documents
• Enters and manages data
• Attends weekly research assistant and lab meetings with other CBM Lab members

Qualifications

EDUCATION
Required

• Bachelor's degree

WORK EXPERIENCE
Required

• Some experience working in a research setting

SKILLS
Required

• Proficient in personal computer (PC) use and Microsoft Office
• Attention to detail
• Possesses excellent communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrates dependability, as well as positive phone and people skills

Working Conditions / Demands

This position has long periods of working at a computer or phone for much of the workday, as well as moving to various locations on the Indiana University Indianapolis campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.

Additional Information

This position is grant funded with expected annual renewals. Renewals are contingent on the availability of grant funds.
Candidates planning to attend graduate/professional school in a psychology or medical field will receive preference, as they will have access to clinical psychology faculty and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) students and can earn a strong letter of recommendation for applications. In addition, they will develop relevant clinical research skills and could earn authorship on publications and presentations.
Visit the CBM Lab website to find the lab's research areas.

Work Location

Indiana University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$18.00 per hour

Work Hours

Up to 29 hours per week

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure .

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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