Job Description

Working/Functional Title

Lab Manager

Position Summary

The MSU Autism Research Lab directed by Brooke Ingersoll PhD is seeking to hire a full research assistant. The MSU Autism Lab is focused on the development evaluation and implementation of community-viable interventions for children withASD and their families. The research assistant will be responsible for coordinating and conducting research overseeing undergraduate research assistants andcarrying out administrative duties. The MSU Autism Lab is a supportive and collaborative environment. This position is ideal for a candidate looking to gain additional research experience in clinical psychology before applying to graduate school.

Specific tasks include: 1) completing IRB revisions and renewals; 2) running lab meetings and assisting with data management; 3) training and supervising undergrad volunteers; 4) overseeing budgets and assisting with writing annual reports; and 5) coordinating community trainings. Depending on interests andexperience tasks may also include assisting with assessments and provider training.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Psychology Social Work or other related fields; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in standard laboratory procedures and safety requirements and performing analytical and research techniques in early autism intervention research (behavioral assessment and scoring); or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated interest in intervention research and experience working with children especially children with autism.

Desired Qualifications

Strong organizational interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to manage undergraduate research assistants and coordinate with off-site collaborators.

Strong computer skills including word processing; familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel and SPSS software.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work 40 hours per week. Hours are typically scheduled between 9am-5pm Monday through Friday but may be required to work outside these hours (evenings/weekends).

Experience with web design social media database management and video editing are preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin citizenship age disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Cover letter CV and contact information for 3 references

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Description of End Date

This is an off dated position funded for one year from date of hire with possible extension pending funding renewal.

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Bidding eligibility ends April:55 PM

Required Experience:

Manager

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