Oregon Health & Science University · 2 hours ago
Senior Clinical Research Assistant
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
1+ years expOregon Health & Science University is seeking a highly motivated mental health clinician/researcher for the Center for Mental Health Innovation. The Senior Clinical Research Assistant will support a multi-site study focused on predicting childhood psychopathology and will conduct diagnostic interviews while collaborating with various stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Support a large multi-site study (the IMPACT study) aimed at refining our ability to predict childhood psychopathology (e.g., ADHD, depression, suicide) and prognosis using existing datasets
Conduct remote protocol diagnostic interviews using the K-SADS among parent/caregivers and youth over the next year and half
Interact with the IMPACT study, K-SADS Lead, Principal Investigators, Project Manager, and Research Staff on a regular basis to provide updates on progress and troubleshoot any challenges
Promote the mission of the CMHI by exhibiting dependability, productivity, professionalism, accuracy, timeliness and responsivity, problem-solving, strong ethical and inclusive understanding of our innovative mental health focus, as well as compassion, kindness, and clarity when communicating verbally or in writing with research participants, volunteers, outside organizations and stakeholders, outside faculty and staff, and OHSU faculty and staff
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field AND 1 year of relevant experience OR Associate's AND 3 years of relevant experience OR 4 years of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience
1 year prior experience with DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and interview experience through work or educational experience
Good communication and interpersonal skills are extremely important, as the incumbent will be interacting regularly with children, adolescents and families
The position requires sufficient computer knowledge to interface with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, Teams, SharePoint), REDCap database, and virtual platforms such as Teams and WebEx
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Effectiveness in organizing tasks and setting priorities, multi-tasking, working efficiently with minimum oversight, interacting constructively with faculty and staff, and the ability to be adaptable, creative, and a quick learner are all necessary
Preferred
Preference will be given to applicants with a graduate degree in mental health (e.g., clinical or counseling psychology, social work)
Prior coursework and clinical experience working with individuals with psychiatric disorders
Preference will be given to applicants with background in the conduct of diagnostic interviews, as well as those with experience with youth/families
Prefer MSW, Master of Counseling, or similar
Company
Oregon Health & Science University
OHSU is a health and research university provides patient care, research, education of the next generation of health care.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$36.6MKey Investors
U.S. Small Business AdministrationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesHyundai Hope On Wheels
2024-09-25Grant
2022-11-21Grant· $4.7M
2022-09-27Grant· $0.3M
Leadership Team
Tarek Salaway
Chief Executive Officer, OHSU Health
Lawrence Furnstahl
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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