Neuropsychology Technician
Med-Neurology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004029)
The University of Pittsburgh, Department of Neurology (ADRC) is seeking a qualified Neuropsychology Technician. This position will provide clinical research support to the NIA supported Alzheimer Disease Research Center, clinical trials and other federal/foundation grants. Administer and score neuropsychological test batteries, participate in inter-rater reliability studies; conduct research related assessments for clinical trials/programs being conducted in the ADRC; screen participant charts for trials and other studies; monitor quality assurance of data; assist faculty and staff with paperwork for ADRC registry; assist with diagnostic consensus conference;, and work with other ADRC staff in providing educational ADRC programs.
Job Summary
Conducts laboratory experiments, intermediate-level tests, and a variety of scientific tasks. Performs data and specimen collection and processing as well as equipment maintenance and set up. Ensures adherence to all established protocols and regulatory practices.
Essential Functions
Ability to communicate well and interact with older adults. Functions will include making calls, walking, talking, computer usage.
Physical Effort
Mostly sedentary position. Some walking to various University campus sites. Lifting light objects including study binders and supplies
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Clinical Research Technician II
Job Family: Research
Job Sub Family: Clinical Research
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule: M-F, 8:30-5:00
Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter
Optional Documents: Not Applicable
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