Neuropsychology Technician in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at University of Pittsburgh

Neuropsychology Technician

Med-Neurology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004029)

The University of Pittsburgh, Department of Neurology (ADRC) is seeking a qualified Neuropsychology Technician. This position will provide clinical research support to the NIA supported Alzheimer Disease Research Center, clinical trials and other federal/foundation grants. Administer and score neuropsychological test batteries, participate in inter-rater reliability studies; conduct research related assessments for clinical trials/programs being conducted in the ADRC; screen participant charts for trials and other studies; monitor quality assurance of data; assist faculty and staff with paperwork for ADRC registry; assist with diagnostic consensus conference;, and work with other ADRC staff in providing educational ADRC programs.

Job Summary

Conducts laboratory experiments, intermediate-level tests, and a variety of scientific tasks. Performs data and specimen collection and processing as well as equipment maintenance and set up. Ensures adherence to all established protocols and regulatory practices.

Essential Functions

Ability to communicate well and interact with older adults. Functions will include making calls, walking, talking, computer usage.

Physical Effort

Mostly sedentary position. Some walking to various University campus sites. Lifting light objects including study binders and supplies

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Clinical Research Technician II

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Clinical Research

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: M-F, 8:30-5:00

Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable