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Research Support Specialist

Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Position Title Research Support Specialist
Classification Title Research Support Specialist
Department Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
Posting Number R240008
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/47380
Employer Research Foundation
Position Type RF Clerical/Technical
Type Full-Time
Appointment Term
Salary Grade N.11
Posting Detail Information

Position Summary
The Center for Research and Education in Special Environments is seeking an Research Support Specialist. The ideal candidate will be familiar with diagnostic exercise equipment, possess knowledge of computer-based programs, have an understanding of basic cardiovascular and neuromuscular physiology.

Job Duties Include:
  • Participant Recruitment, Enrollment, and Screening
  • Maintain participant schedules
  • Implementing and Administering Complex Research Studies
  • Performing Standard Lab Related Tests and Procedures
  • Collect, Maintain, and Analyze Data

Must be able to work independently.

Outstanding Benefits Package
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About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree
  • Requires the use of specialized techniques in the field of endeavor to make observations, collect data, use survey instruments and techniques, and make related calculations using mathematical formulae.
  • Must be able to pass a physical exam for scuba diving or work in a pressurized environment
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree
  • Experience in human subjects research
  • Experience in a human research lab
Physical Demands
Must be able to pass a physical exam for scuba diving or work in a pressurized environment. The research projects this individual will be working on often requires them to scuba dive and/or work at pressurized environments to complete the job duties.
Salary Range $40,000 - $42,000
Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Hours
Hours may vary.
Campus South Campus
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Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting? No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information

Contact's Name Lindsey Ray
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title Department Resource Manager
Contact's Email lrusso@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone 716-829-2225
Posting Dates

Posted 01/08/2024
Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled 02/01/2024
References

Number of references required 3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. CV/Resume
Optional Documents