Research Coordinator (Temp)
Psychology Department
College of Arts and Sciences
Georgia State University
The College of Arts and Sciences is currently looking to hire a part-time Research Coordinator (Temp) to provide support to the Psychology Department.
The Psychology Department, founded more than 70 years ago, engages in nationally funded, cutting-edge science that is published and presented across the globe. We have a strong roster of inspiring instructors, and we are active contributors to our communities and professions. We conduct critical science in our labs, provide evidence-based education and training, and partner with others to improve the human condition.
WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?
- Flexible work environment.
- A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
- Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
- A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.
WHAT WILL YOU DO:
The Research Coordinator (Temp) will serve as the primary point of contact to participants in this project.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Coordinate recruitment of community-dwelling older adult participants, which may involve travel to senior centers and outreach to senior organizations.
- Perform telephone pre-screenings to assess participant eligibility.
- Schedule participants’ study visits and manage retention activities (e.g., place reminder calls and email directions to participants).
- Guide participants through the completion of cognitive tasks and questionnaires during their in-person study visit.
- Oversee progress towards study milestones, maintain study visit records, and track participant payments.
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY VALUES
- COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university. Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, equity, and civility.
- TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place.
- INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources.
- EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research and service.
- STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents.
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia State prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.
Background Check
Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.
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