Research Assistant II (Cognitive Testing)

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Posting Title	Research Assistant II (Cognitive Testing)
Department	HSC-Inst Translational Research-304700
Job Location	Fort Worth
Full Time/Part Time	Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility	TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information	For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php .
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Department Summary	The Institute for Translational Research is devoted to bringing novel diagnostics and interventions to patients and families suffering from neurodegenerative diseases, fostering translational research in neurodegenerative diseases at UNTHSC, and Create solutions for a healthier community. Our team spans basic “bench-top” science, clinical research, community-based research and clinical trials. Our translational approach is intended to foster discovery and expedite those discoveries toward the benefit of those suffering from brain disease. A particular emphasis of ITR is the development of personalized (or person-focused) medicine for Alzheimer’s disease.
Position Overview	The Division of Geriatrics is seeking a Research Assistant for the Mighty Care Program. The responsibilities of position include but are not limited to: * Assist with scoring of neuropsychological assessments * Clerical entry of project data * Assist with various clerical tasks and management of project materials.

Additional Posting Details

Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university and 1 year experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities	Knowledge of scientific research techniques, methods and procedures. Ability to work effectively with fellow researchers, staff members, faculty, supervisors and students. Academic writing skills
Preferred Qualifications	Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
Required License / Registration / Certification
Work Schedule	Monday -Friday
Driving University Vehicle	No
Security Sensitive	This is a security sensitive position
EEO Statement	The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title	Research Assistant II
Physical Requirements	Carrying, Cleaning, Climbing, Lifting up to 10 pounds, Lifting up to 25 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate

Job Duties

o	Conduct face to face and/or telephone interviews with participants, in accordance with predetermined interview protocol, data collection procedures and documentation standards

o	Conduct neuropsychological testing

o	Participate in community recruitment of research participants and screening into studies

o	Scoring of interview and testing data

o	QC of files and data collected

o	Maintain accurate records of interviews, safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects, as necessary

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	S4873P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/63268

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