We are a research group interested in understanding the mechanisms underlying schizophrenia and related psychotic disorders using different types of neuroimaging methods. The Research Project Assistant will be conducting clinical assessments, recruiting subjects into the research study, entering data to the database, and assisting PI in obtaining the right data for grants. This position is grant funded. Responsibilities: + Collaborate in all recruitment activities, handle project specific tasks, and assist with day-to-day activities for research project including recruitment, data collection, participant payments, budget management, etc. + Independently execute job functions for research protocol(s) including recruitment, scheduling appointments, obtaining written consent forms, collecting data by conducting phone or face to face interviews for research project(s) as needed. + Bachelors degree required preferably in Psychology, Neuroscience, Sociology, or related research field. + Minimum of two years of work experience in a research project and/or related clinical setting is required. + Familiarity with computers and common software packages required. + Working knowledge of research methodology strongly preferred. + Prior supervisory and/or project management experience preferred. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:** + Act 34 **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**