Full Position Description
Description:
Dr. Magidson’s program of research offers an exciting opportunity to be engaged in local and global addiction science and mental health research with underserved populations. The position will involve leading day-to-day on-site operations for a research project evaluating a behavioral activation intervention delivered by a peer at the University of Maryland Drug Treatment Center, a methadone maintenance program in Baltimore, MD. Applicants interested in implementation science and addiction who are interested in pursuing PhD programs in clinical psychology, public health, or global health, or medical school are encouraged to apply. The position is a two-year appointment with the second year dependent on performance and funding.
-Conducting oral and written screenings and assessments
-Arranging visits with study participants
-Assessing and documenting eligibility and participation status of candidates for studies
-Supporting data management and other data analysis as requested, including data cleaning, data quality assurance
-Assisting with administrative responsibilities to support the research program
-Assisting with presentations for scientific conferences and manuscript/grant preparation
Responsibilities:
-Coordinating day-to-day operations of the Baltimore-based study, including supporting recruitment and retention efforts-Conducting oral and written screenings and assessments
-Arranging visits with study participants
-Assessing and documenting eligibility and participation status of candidates for studies
-Supporting data management and other data analysis as requested, including data cleaning, data quality assurance
-Assisting with administrative responsibilities to support the research program
-Assisting with presentations for scientific conferences and manuscript/grant preparation
-Other administrative responsibilities to support the local team based in Baltimore, MD
-Prior research experience working with diverse populations, particularly vulnerable populations and/or individuals with substance use disorders or chronic medical conditions.
-Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
-Ability to demonstrate a high level of cross-cultural sensitivity
-Ability to organize and manage time and multiple tasks
-Attention to detail and excellent written skills
-Ability to work independently
-Ability to maintain effective communications and working relationships with other study team members
-Prior experience with manuscript and grant writing, developing research protocols, IRB submissions, and familiarity with electronic data capture tools (REDCap) and statistical software (SPSS) preferred
-Requires access to a car to travel to the Baltimore community center multiple days per week
Qualifications:
-A BA/BS in Social Sciences (Psychology, Public Health, or related field)-Prior research experience working with diverse populations, particularly vulnerable populations and/or individuals with substance use disorders or chronic medical conditions.
-Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
-Ability to demonstrate a high level of cross-cultural sensitivity
-Ability to organize and manage time and multiple tasks
-Attention to detail and excellent written skills
-Ability to work independently
-Ability to maintain effective communications and working relationships with other study team members
-Prior experience with manuscript and grant writing, developing research protocols, IRB submissions, and familiarity with electronic data capture tools (REDCap) and statistical software (SPSS) preferred
-Requires access to a car to travel to the Baltimore community center multiple days per week
How To Apply:
Interested applicants should send their CV, a cover letter (describing research interests and how prior experiences and skill set meet the above requirements), transcript with relevant coursework (unofficial is fine), a writing sample, and contact info for 2-3 references to Dr. Jessica Magidson (jmagidso@umd.edu) and Ms. Lea Simms (lsimms1@umd.edu) with the subject line “HEAL RA position.” Applications are being reviewed immediately. Deadline is rolling until the position has been filled.
