Study Coordinator/Lab Manager Position: Neural Dynamics of Control (full-time)
Dr. George Buzzell, Neural Dynamics of Control Laboratory, Florida International University
full-time, post-graduation
The Neural Dynamics of Control Laboratory with the Center for Children and Families seeks a full-time study coordinator/lab manager with administrative/executive assistant skills. Responsibilities: This individual will support and manage a multi-year NIMH R01 grant, including participant recruitment and scheduling; managing IRB amendments; and drafting and revising study protocols. In addition, the role will be responsible for managing the lab's day-to-day operations. Lab management duties are primarily administrative and organizational: data management, preparation of forms/documents in accordance with appropriate policies/procedures, proofreading/editing, schedule management, recruitment and onboarding of new lab members, maintenance of the lab website and social media accounts, and resource coordination with relevant university departments. Additional organizational/management duties include: training, supervising, and evaluating lab members and their research progress; drafting/maintaining standard operating procedures and training protocols; applying independent judgment/decision-making in the completion of tasks and assignments; creating meeting agendas and presentations; performing background research; and obtaining pricing, quotes, and pre-purchasing for lab equipment and supplies. The lab manager may assist in data collection from human subjects, as needed. Requirements and Expectations: Required Qualifications: These include (1) Bachelor's degree; (2) very organized and high attention to detail; (3) tech-savvy and a quick learner of new technologies; (4) excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills; (5) ability to lead/organize others, including creating/implementing organizational systems; (6) professional, positive, and flexible attitude; (7) ability to multitask and prioritize, as well as work independently under minimal supervision or as part of a team; and (8) experience with Microsoft Office and Google Suite products. Ideal Qualifications: These include (1) prior experience/training as an administrative or executive assistant; (2) prior experience as a lab or office manager; (3) experience leading groups; (4) experience with version control (GitHub, GitLab), and (5) experience with data management and statistical software. Additional Information: Lab website is at www.NDCLab.com. Location for the position is flexible: either on-site in Miami, FL or fully remote. The successful candidate will work primarily with Dr. George Buzzell, the NDCLab technician, and other members of the lab, including graduate students and undergraduate volunteers; the role will also collaborate closely with Dr. Jeremy Pettit and the Child Anxiety and Phobia Program. The NDCLab is committed to building an inclusive and diverse team of researchers that reflects the world in which we live; therefore, individuals from all backgrounds and identities are highly encouraged to apply. To Apply: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Initial applications should be submitted directly to Dr. Buzzell (gbuzzell@fiu.edu); however, university regulations require that all official applications be submitted through the Florida International University careers website. Applications not submitted through the FIU website cannot be considered. To submit a formal application, navigate to the FIU Careers site: https://hr.fiu.edu/careers/, select "Prospective Employees," and search for job ID "528365." Please note that not all browsers are compatible with the Careers site. If you cannot load the page, please try another browser. (posted 11/2022)
Dr. George Buzzell, Neural Dynamics of Control Laboratory, Florida International University
full-time, post-graduation
The Neural Dynamics of Control Laboratory with the Center for Children and Families seeks a full-time study coordinator/lab manager with administrative/executive assistant skills. Responsibilities: This individual will support and manage a multi-year NIMH R01 grant, including participant recruitment and scheduling; managing IRB amendments; and drafting and revising study protocols. In addition, the role will be responsible for managing the lab's day-to-day operations. Lab management duties are primarily administrative and organizational: data management, preparation of forms/documents in accordance with appropriate policies/procedures, proofreading/editing, schedule management, recruitment and onboarding of new lab members, maintenance of the lab website and social media accounts, and resource coordination with relevant university departments. Additional organizational/management duties include: training, supervising, and evaluating lab members and their research progress; drafting/maintaining standard operating procedures and training protocols; applying independent judgment/decision-making in the completion of tasks and assignments; creating meeting agendas and presentations; performing background research; and obtaining pricing, quotes, and pre-purchasing for lab equipment and supplies. The lab manager may assist in data collection from human subjects, as needed. Requirements and Expectations: Required Qualifications: These include (1) Bachelor's degree; (2) very organized and high attention to detail; (3) tech-savvy and a quick learner of new technologies; (4) excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills; (5) ability to lead/organize others, including creating/implementing organizational systems; (6) professional, positive, and flexible attitude; (7) ability to multitask and prioritize, as well as work independently under minimal supervision or as part of a team; and (8) experience with Microsoft Office and Google Suite products. Ideal Qualifications: These include (1) prior experience/training as an administrative or executive assistant; (2) prior experience as a lab or office manager; (3) experience leading groups; (4) experience with version control (GitHub, GitLab), and (5) experience with data management and statistical software. Additional Information: Lab website is at www.NDCLab.com. Location for the position is flexible: either on-site in Miami, FL or fully remote. The successful candidate will work primarily with Dr. George Buzzell, the NDCLab technician, and other members of the lab, including graduate students and undergraduate volunteers; the role will also collaborate closely with Dr. Jeremy Pettit and the Child Anxiety and Phobia Program. The NDCLab is committed to building an inclusive and diverse team of researchers that reflects the world in which we live; therefore, individuals from all backgrounds and identities are highly encouraged to apply. To Apply: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Initial applications should be submitted directly to Dr. Buzzell (gbuzzell@fiu.edu); however, university regulations require that all official applications be submitted through the Florida International University careers website. Applications not submitted through the FIU website cannot be considered. To submit a formal application, navigate to the FIU Careers site: https://hr.fiu.edu/careers/, select "Prospective Employees," and search for job ID "528365." Please note that not all browsers are compatible with the Careers site. If you cannot load the page, please try another browser. (posted 11/2022)
See also: Undergrad Research or Opportunity