Psychology Assistant

The LonGenity Study based at Albert Einstein College of Medicine seeks a Psychology Assistant (PA) to be responsible for administering and scoring neuropsychological tests and managing the research data. Data collection will include working as a member of a team with other research assistants to collect clinical functional and neuropsychological data from study participants ages 65 years and older at on-site virtual and home follow-up data will be collected via mailed telephone and video-administered questionnaires and tests. The PA will receive standardized training in conducting these measures. Previous phlebotomy experience is highly desirable though willingness to take part in a phlebotomy course to learn these skills is also acceptable.

The home visits require the PA to have a valid drivers license. Driving usually occurs within a 2 hours distance of New York PA will have the opportunity to participate in specific research projects within the study that are of interest to them and attend research conferences.

- Conducts and scores neuropsychological assessments in compliance with study protocols.

- Conducts participant interviews using standardized techniques to ensure accurate data collection.

- Review and audit data for accuracy; follow up with participants as needed to resolve discrepancies.

- Works with statistical team to prepare datasets for analyses.

- Conducts literature reviews to support research activities and manuscript development.

- Manages research databases using Excel and other statistical or data management programs.

- Conduct the enrollment of study participants including explaining research procedures and obtaining informed consent of subjects.

- Demonstrates willingness to learn phlebotomy techniques necessary to fulfill project needs.

- Perform other related duties as assigned.

- May require off-campus site visits.

• Bachelors degree is required; Coursework in Psychology preferred
• Valid drivers license
• Some experience is preferred but not required
• Proficiency with basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and data entry using a computer data system
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Interest in working with the elderly
• Willingness to learn new clinical skills
• Ability to work well in a team setting and independently is essential