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  • Research Support Specialist, Medicine
    Division of Behavioral Medicine
    University at Buffalo



    Research Support Specialist, Medicine



    Position Information

    Position Title: Research Support Specialist, Medicine
    Department: Medicine
    Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/55907
    Job Type: Full-Time

    Posting Detail Information

    Position Summary


    The UB Division of Behavioral Medicine (Department of Medicine), seeks a full-time Research Support Specialist. The successful candidate will be part of a research team investigating pediatric and young adult pain and substance use in individuals with chronic medical illness.


    Brief description of Duties. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:



      • Adhere to research protocols and complete daily research-related tasks to run the lab efficiently.

      • Contact and schedule participant appointments; conduct participant screenings; administer measures and enter data in software program (s).

      • Enter data collected via online survey platforms and assist in completing research compliance reports.

      • Interface with research and clinical staff, including physicians, nurses, psychologists, etc to maintain effective communication for all study activities.

      • Conduct literature reviews and documents to support manuscript preparation, oral presentations, poster presentations, and grant writing.

      • Assist in creating recruitment materials

      • Train interns and undergraduate students as required.




    The successful candidate will be provided training in clinical assessment and behavioral treatment methodology and will gain experience in general research administration and the preparation of grants and manuscripts. Additional independent research opportunities, including conference and manuscript submissions, will be available based on interest, experience, and suitability. This position is well-suited for individuals interested in pursuing graduate study in medical or clinical psychology programs.


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    As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status


    Minimum Qualifications


    • Bachelors degree in psychology, child development, pre-medical studies (or related field) and one year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

    • Excellent oral and written communication skills; demonstrated attention to detail; ability to work harmoniously with diverse groups of individuals



    Preferred Qualifications



    • Bachelors degree or higher plus one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

    • Research, professional experience, and/or interest with pain, substance use, pediatric, or oncology research is preferred.

    • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and willingness to learn data management software programs.

    • Strong attention to detail, ability to function autonomously in a collaborative multidisciplinary team involving medical, research and behavioral medicine care, and willingness to learn and develop additional computer skills related to data management and preparation of data for analysis.

    • Hybrid schedule is available; however, a car is necessary to reach multiple work locations



    Physical Demands

    Salary Range
    $32,000

    Special Instructions Summary


    Application Instructions: Please highlight relevant skills in your cover letter and include a list of two or three references (and their contact information). Review of the applications will begin immediately and will continue until the job is filled.


    Is a background check required for this posting?
    No

    Contact Information

    Contact's Name: Ariel Burden
    Contact's Pronouns:
    Contact's Title: Staff Assistant
    Contact's Email: aeburden@buffalo.edu
    Contact's Phone: 716-859-4848

    Posting Dates

    Posted: 02/25/2025
    Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
    Date to be filled: 06/01/2025

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