Research Principal Sr

UPMC Senior Communities$70K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Masters degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Counseling, Sociology, or related field with 3+ years of relevant research experience.
  • PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience, Counseling, Sociology, or related field with 1+ year of research experience.
  • Familiarity with common computer software and research methodology.
  • Preferred prior supervisory experience in a research setting.
  • Valid Act 34 clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Mentor and train junior research staff and assist in their supervision.
  • Design and conduct experiments to investigate substance use disorders.
  • Analyze and interpret complex data from research studies.
  • Collaborate with the principal investigator on manuscripts and grant submissions.
  • Prepare and present scientific findings at national and local conferences.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to publish as a first or co-author on research findings.
  • Access to represent research outcomes at conferences.
  • Supportive collaborative team environment.
  • Experience in grant-funded research projects.
Full Job Description
The Research Principal Sr will design and conduct experiments in collaboration with the team and analyze resulting data to support investigations into the factors contributing to the development and treatment of substance use disorders, as well as related projects as needed. The role also includes preparing scientific reports and manuscripts to communicate study findings. The individual is expected to serve as a first or co-author on resulting publications and to present research outcomes at both national and local conferences.

This position is grant funded.

Responsibilities:
  • Mentor, train, and assist with supervising junior research staff.
  • Provide advanced level research and/or clinical and administrative support for the research study including preparing and presenting presentations, analyzing and interpreting data, collaborating with principal investigator on manuscripts, scientific articles, and grant submissions.


Qualifications:

  • Masters degree required preferably in Psychology, Neuroscience, Counseling, Sociology, or related research field with a minimum of three years of work experience in a research project and/or related clinical setting is required.

OR
  • PHD in Psychology, Neuroscience, Counseling, Sociology, or related research field with a minimum of one year of work experience in a research project and/or related clinical setting is required.Familiarity with computers and common software packages required.
  • Working knowledge of research methodology required.Prior supervisory experience preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
  • Act 34

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