Assistant Study Coordinator

ASSISTANT STUDY COORDINATOR 

Institute for Autism Research

The Institute for Autism Research (IAR) is seeking a full-time Assistant Study Coordinator to assist with several treatment trials being conducted with children with autism. This is a temporary position, with an estimated duration of 12-24 months.

 Responsibilities:

• Conduct and/or assist with participant recruitment, eligibility determination screenings, the consent process, record reviews, and communications with parents and outside clinicians
• Oversee research staff and research assistants, and coordinate schedules and upcoming activities
• Assist with training of research staff and research assistants
• Complete training (and establish reliability) in behavioral observations/coding of the children's behaviors and scoring of test protocols 
• Assist with outcome assessments (as needed)
• Assist with oversight of intervention implementation (as needed)
• Organize and maintain study materials
• Coordinate and oversee data processing, entry, and management, and conduct accuracy checks
• Monitor files and maintain project records
• Assist with study-related purchases and budget
• Support all research activities
• Provide updated information to senior research team
• Assist with report preparation (as needed)
• Perform other related duties as assigned or as directed; the omission of specific duties does not preclude the assignment of duties that are logically related to the position

Qualifications:

• Graduate or undergraduate degree in psychology, counseling, education, or related discipline is preferred (undergraduate students currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program and expecting to graduate in May will be considered)
• Relevant training and/or experience in autism, research, assessment and/or treatment is preferred
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively within a team and independently
• Ability to manage multiple activities
• Computer proficiency and the ability to learn additional programs
• Professional demeanor and ability to work effectively with various constituencies (e.g., children, parents, school staff, college student research assistants, etc.)

The Office of Human Resources at Canisius University utilizes an online recruitment management system.

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA in order to participate in the search process should contact the office of human resources at (716) 888-2240.

To apply, go to https://www.canisius.edu/about-canisius/employment-canisius. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Please include your cover letter and resume with your application. 

Canisius University, a Catholic and Jesuit University, has as its foundation the fundamental values of academic excellence, leadership, faith and social justice.  Canisius is committed to educating and preparing men and women to become leaders in their professions and their communities, and in service to humanity.  The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students.                

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary: $35,000-$40,000 annually

Please note that the compensation information is a good faith estimate of the base pay for this position. The selected candidate's actual base pay will be based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including experience.  Information about the total compensation package for this position will be provided during the interview process.

This is a full-time, hourly position. Benefits are available the first of the month after the full-time employee's date of hire and include - health, dental and vision insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, and retirement plan enrollment is available to full-time employees with contribution from the University after one year. Paid holidays, vacation, personal leave and sick leave.  Tuition benefits are also available for full-time employees and their qualified dependents.