Psychology Jobs in Buffalo ny

Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Position Title Project Staff Assistant, Psychology Classification Title Project Staff Assistant (Non-exempt) Department Psychology Posting Number R240266 Posting Link https : / / www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu / postings / 54298 Employer Research Foundation Position Type RF Professional Type Full-Time Appointment Term Salary Grade N / E.99Posting Detail InformationPosition SummaryThe University at Buffalo, Department of Psychology is seeking a Project Staff Assistant. The incumbent will report to the principal investigator (Dr. Jamie Ostrov) and will assist the Project team with the coordination of the daily functions of the research project, while also supporting the in person (interview, observation, psychophysiology) data collection in local child care centers and the lab. This position will also involve data coding, entry, and management as well as supporting the qualtrics electronic data collection platform and all psychophysiology data within the laboratory. This role may also assist with teacher coaching efforts. Incumbent must be able to work independently with moderate supervision, and willing to commit to at least 1 year in the position.Specific duties will include :

• Coordination of day-to-day functions such as supervision of undergraduate research assistants, lab scheduling, website and database management, and recruitment efforts
• Assisting with participant payments, reimbursements, annual reports, and grant management
• Assisting with Institutional Review Board protocols and submissions
• Assisting with the consent process of participants
• Conducting structured interviews with children and families
• Conducting behavioral observations in the classroom and on the playground
• Preparation and management of Qualtrics and electronic collection of teacher and parent reports
• Coding, entering, and analyzing interview and physiological data
• Assisting with the administration of interview, observational, and psychophysiological assessments to children and maintain equipment
• Assisting with preregistration process for the project related manuscripts
• Publication / newsletter writing and presentation preparationsLearn more :
• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.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.Minimum Qualifications
• BA / BS in Psychology
• Minimum of 2 years research experience in social development field
• Experience working with young children (preschool / kindergarten) and families
• Experience with data management
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft office
• Extensive knowledge of SPSSPreferred QualificationsExperience with :
• Psychophysiology assessments with young children
• Structured interview assessments with young children
• Observational assessments with young children
• School-based research
• Working with young children (3-5-year-olds) in a research setting
• Independent Research in Psychology (Developmental or Clinical Child Focus)
• Honors thesis in Psychology (Developmental or Clinical Child Focus)
• Knowledge of qualtrics, Mplus, and basic website design / managementPhysical Demands Salary Range $36,000 - $39,000 Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate. Work Hours9 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.Some evening hours may be requiredCampus North Campus Posting Alerts Special Instructions Summary Is a background check required for this posting? No Background Check NotificationContact InformationContact's Name Jamie Ostrov Contact's Pronouns Contact's Title Professor Contact's Email [email protected] Contact's Phone 716-645-3680Posting DatesPosted 11 / 22 / 2024 Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled Date to be filled 06 / 01 / 2025ReferencesNumber of references required 3 Reference Cutoff Date Instructions to Applicant Learn More