University of California, San Diego Looking for Psychiatry Research Associate – Hybrid – 127291 Full Time

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This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working both onsite in La Jolla and
remote.

DESCRIPTION

UCSD Department of Psychiatry is one of the most innovative and productive
academic departments in the country, offering challenging career opportunities in the diverse areas of advanced educational programs,
cutting-edge research, and state-of-the-art clinical services. The department is committed to offering a dynamic learning environment and
growing opportunities to its talented and dedicated employees.

Under supervision of the Principal Investigators, incumbent will
assist in providing interventions to research participants with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, as well as individuals with suicidal
thoughts and behaviors within the Department of Psychiatry. The incumbent will work on related tasks and conducting cognitive and diagnostic
assessments, as well as sensor and related data collection modalities using mobile technology. Also assists in performing other duties
including assessments of participants. Assists in serving as a liaison between studies and the PIs in case of emergency. Schedules visits as
needed, prepares research forms, maintains research charts and study materials, as needed as well as translation of data collected into
secure online platforms. Additionally, regularly attends and contributes to research meetings. Assist with other project and miscellaneous
duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Theoretical knowledge in psychiatry, psychology or related
  field, including theoretical knowledge of and experience providing behavioral psychotherapy.
• Theoretical knowledge and experience
  working in geriatric psychiatry including working with older adults with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
• Experience working with
  individuals with complex data including from mobile devices and sensors.
• Experience training individuals in use of mobile devices to
  conduct assessments for individuals with serious mental illnesses.
• Proven ability to conduct bio-psychosocial
  assessments.
• Proven ability to effectively and accurately document research procedures. Proven ability to read, comprehend, and
  discuss research materials.
• Good organizational skills to file and maintain participant tracking, including annual bio-psychosocial
  assessments. Ability to organize and maintain assessment materials, both paper and electronic versions. Demonstrated skill in accurate
  record keeping and ability to organize data.
• Demonstrated experience with the operation of a personal computer and software
  applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to coordinate and implement recruitment strategies of participants for
  research study and screen database to evaluate their eligibility for study participation.
• Effective and diplomatic oral and written
  communication and interpersonal skills and ability to develop collaborations and professional relationships between research staff and
  community agencies serving older adults.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) needed to interact professionally and
  effectively in the work environment, including ability to conduct psychosocial interventions. Good organizational skills and ability to
  follow structured psychosocial interventions.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain participant confidentiality.
• Prior experience
  with Microsoft Excel/other database programs as well as SPSS, SAS or other statistical programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with data sharing processes within the NIH.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment
  is subject to a criminal background check.
• Must be able to work flexible hours such as weekdays, weekends or in the
  evenings.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $53,766 – $64,143 (will be prorated if the appointment
percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $25.75 – $30.72

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a
role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for
this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal
equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local
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must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

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