We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Research Specialist to join the Geriatric Neuropsychology Research Program (GNRP)! Our team is involved in 15-20 funded research studies, many of which focus on cognitive aging in midlife and late-life, mood disorders, and interventions to prevent cognitive decline. Because we work with people of varied backgrounds and abilities, we are looking for someone who will bring a high level of sensitivity and empathy to work. You will learn to administer cognitive tests and clinical evaluations independently. This position provides an opportunity develop skills in medicine, mental health, research, public health, and clinical skills. We are looking for a team-player with strong interpersonal and organization skills.

This position is grant funded.

Responsibilities:

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). Administer cognitive and clinical assessments to adult research subjects, including the collection of questionnaire data and neuropsychological assessments. Collect mental health data in a sensitive and trauma-informed manner.  Collaborate with senior research personnel regarding recruitment, data collection, outcomes of interviews, reports according to the needs of the study. Enters data into the database as designated per research study. Assistance in the collection, management, processing, and analysis of data from the research assessments, interviews, and questionnaires. Responsible for maintaining research records. Performs other duties as assigned.