Research Assistant
Wellesley College

Job Info

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Job Posting Title
Research Assistant

Job Description Summary
Admin Exempt

Job Description
We are seeking a Research Assistant (full-time, 35 hours per week) to primarily work on a PCORI-funded implementation project. The aim of this project is to implement Skill Training in Affective and Interpersonal Regulation (STAIR), an evidence-based therapy for psychological trauma, in university and college counseling centers across the United States. The project is co-led by Dr. Katherine Buchholz at Wellesley Centers for Women and Dr. Tiffany Artime at Pacific Lutheran University. This position will report to Dr. Buchholz and be located at the Wellesley Centers for Women at Wellesley College.

The Research Assistant will assist in most aspects of the implementation project including managing the administrative aspects of the project as well as provide support in organizing trainings, collecting clinician data reports, and conducting qualitative interviews. The Research Assistant will also assist Dr. Buchholz on other projects that may include collecting pilot data, literature reviews, manuscript and proposal writing, and administrative tasks.

The position is one year with the possibility to extend for a second year.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with writing, coordinating, and submitting IRB documents.
• Provide administrative support for clinical trainings.
• Assist in literature reviews, manuscript, and report writing/editing.
• Assist with the creation and distribution of print and social media for university and college counseling center sites.
• Manage project documentation, data forms, correspondence, and budget.
• Maintain records of site contacts.
• Coordinate schedules for advisory board meetings, fidelity and adherence role plays, and qualitative interviews.
• Conduct qualitative interviews.
• Build relationships with university and counseling center clinicians and staff to support implementation work. Coordinate and track data from sites.
• Maintain open communication with PI and seek supervision and feedback.
• Attend regular team meetings.
• Office work (typing dictations, assisting with manuscripts and grants, submitting reimbursements, ordering supplies, etc.).

Skills/Abilities/Competencies:

• Excellent communication and social skills
• Excellent writing skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, and effective at time management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Experience preferred:

• BA or BS in psychology or related field required as of June 2024
• Research experience, particularly with mental health research
• Experience using SPSS or another statistical program
• Familiarity with clinical diagnoses
• Interest in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Psychological Trauma, or College Mental Health

Additional Details:

• The Wellesley Centers for Women (WCW) is an academic research and action institute at Wellesley College that is focused on women and gender that seeks social change. The mission of WCW is to advance gender equality, social justice, and human wellbeing through high-quality research, theory, and action programs.
• This will be a hybrid position with 3-4 days a week in the office. Schedule to be determined in partnership with supervisor.
• May occasionally be asked to work in the evening as needed to support the research.

All employees hired are strongly encouraged to be up to date with all vaccination and boosters against COVID-19.

Wellesley College offers a wide variety of benefits programs and resources to its employees, including:

• Generous paid time off
• Following one year of employment, Wellesley College will contribute up to 10.5% towards your 403B plan for eligible employees
• Resources to navigate student loan forgiveness
• Free use of the athletic/fitness facilities, including onsite fitness classes
• Free on-site parking in an enclosed parking garage

Worker Sub-Type
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type
Full time

EEO Statement
At Wellesley, we embrace and honor difference and diversity. We believe the best ideas-the best solutions-draw on a range of voices, perspectives, and experiences. As a college, and as a community, we are dedicated to assuring that all members for the Wellesley community have an equal opportunity to flourish.

Wellesley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to the diversity of the college community and the curriculum . Wellesley College and all its subcontractors shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that Wellesley College and all of its subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. Candidates who believe they can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply.

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