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Research Assistant, Pediatrics
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York


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Date Posted Nov. 8, 2024
Title Research Assistant, Pediatrics
University University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
Buffalo, NY, United States
Department Pediatrics
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Classified Staff
  • Research/Technical/Laboratory
 
 
The University at Buffalo Department of Pediatrics Division of Behavioral Medicine seeks a Research Assistant to implement study protocols for studies involving food insecurity and obesity among women and children.

The position is available immediately and job duties will include:
  • Mainly conducting research with an emphasis on adult and pediatric eating behaviors.
  • Manage and analyze quantitative research data using the SAS program.
  • Implement research study protocols, use innovative skills in recruiting, screening, scheduling, and assessing research participants.
  • Work on research material development and preparation, conducting research participant interviews, administering measures, following research protocols, data collection, coding, and entry.
  • Management and training of students.
  • Attend research meetings, and conduct scientific literature searches.
  • Complete daily research-related tasks in order to run the lab efficiently.
 
The ideal candidate is a motivated team-based worker with ability for independent direction when needed. Accommodating disposition and comfort with fast-paced, ever-changing environment and a large range of contacts. Must be available for occasional evenings and Saturday commitments.

This is a temporary position with a 12-month duration.

Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about the great benefits the University at Buffalo has to offer.

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

 
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