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Advertising/Posting Title HBCD Data Collection Research Specialist

Posting Summary

Oversee and coordinate data collection for a large NIH funded trial of infant and child neural development, with direction from Principal Investigator. Use technical expertise to develop systems for accurate data collection, complex analysis, training, and evaluation based on lab priorities. Support interdepartmental and cross-site collaboration for assessment domains led by UVM researchers including Neurocognition & Language development. Provide functional supervision for staff involved in data collection.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, early education or closely related discipline and at least five years’ of clinical research experience with pediatric populations required. Effective communication skills and computer proficiency are required.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience with pediatric neuroimaging ( MRI and/or EEG ) including data collection and data processing. Bilingual Spanish speaker preferred. Managerial experience in research or Master’s degree in relevant field. Experience with research administration (regulatory communications and budget management) in the context of large, multi-center studies.

Anticipated Pay Range $52,000 - $72,000

Other Information

A 120-day probation period is required.

Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position

FLSA Exempt

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States

Job Open Date 07/29/2025

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

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The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title Research Specialist

Posting Number S5688PO

Department Psychiatry/55750

Position Number 00027043

Employee FTE 1.00

Employee Term 12

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