Research Study Coordinator (Research Professional 1)
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
About the Job
The Department of Psychiatry & Behavior Sciences is seeking a
study coordinator (Research Professional 1)
for several projects in the Research in Adolescent Depression (RAD) Lab.
This position will start out part-time (10 hours per week), and then move to full-time in August 2026. This position is for 1 year.
Responsibilities
Assist with study regulatory documents (20%) – Assist with study protocol revisions under the direction of the principal investigator. Prepare patient‑facing documents and communicate with the regulatory specialist to seek IRB approval for such documents.
Data collection (20%) – Administer questionnaires and cognitive tasks. Assist with MRI visits. Conduct interviews.
Supervising undergraduate student volunteers (20%) – Assist with training undergraduate student volunteers, assist with oversight in their quality of work, and support them in their independent projects.
Database management (20%) – Check data quality.
Participant recruitment and community engagement activities (10%) – Develop recruitment materials, screening calls from parents who express interest in our research. Host tables at community events, hand out brochures, interact with community members.
Data analysis (10%) – Conduct preliminary descriptive analyses on data to support team members.
Qualifications
All required qualifications must be included in the application materials.
BA/BS or a combination of education and related work experience to equal four years.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range:
Salary range is $22-$25/hour, depending on education/qualifications/experience.
Time Appointment:
25% – Appointment to start (10 hours per week); will move to 100% appointment in August 2026.
Position Type:
Civil‑Service & Non‑Faculty Labor Represented Staff.
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low‑cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer‑paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
Diversity and Equal Opportunity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
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The Department of Psychiatry & Behavior Sciences is seeking a
study coordinator (Research Professional 1)
for several projects in the Research in Adolescent Depression (RAD) Lab.
This position will start out part-time (10 hours per week), and then move to full-time in August 2026. This position is for 1 year.
Responsibilities
Assist with study regulatory documents (20%) – Assist with study protocol revisions under the direction of the principal investigator. Prepare patient‑facing documents and communicate with the regulatory specialist to seek IRB approval for such documents.
Data collection (20%) – Administer questionnaires and cognitive tasks. Assist with MRI visits. Conduct interviews.
Supervising undergraduate student volunteers (20%) – Assist with training undergraduate student volunteers, assist with oversight in their quality of work, and support them in their independent projects.
Database management (20%) – Check data quality.
Participant recruitment and community engagement activities (10%) – Develop recruitment materials, screening calls from parents who express interest in our research. Host tables at community events, hand out brochures, interact with community members.
Data analysis (10%) – Conduct preliminary descriptive analyses on data to support team members.
Qualifications
All required qualifications must be included in the application materials.
BA/BS or a combination of education and related work experience to equal four years.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range:
Salary range is $22-$25/hour, depending on education/qualifications/experience.
Time Appointment:
25% – Appointment to start (10 hours per week); will move to 100% appointment in August 2026.
Position Type:
Civil‑Service & Non‑Faculty Labor Represented Staff.
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low‑cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer‑paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
Diversity and Equal Opportunity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
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