Ops Temporary Research Lab Manager

Job Title:OPS Temporary Research Lab Manager
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 57827
Department

This position is located within the Florida Center for Reading Research. Work will be performed on campus in the Psychology Building under the direction of Dr. Richard Wagner.

Responsibilities

The role includes both administrative and research responsibilities. Training will be provided. Responsibilities include:

• Understanding the project. CITI Certification (Human Subjects training will be done on the job if needed).
• Scheduling meetings.
• Purchasing.
• Reviewing budget materials.
• Human Resources items for the lab.
• Compiling data in regards to 2025 human subjects materials.
• 2025 NIH federal reporting.
• Day to day running of the lab.
• Coordinate meta-analytic studies under the direction of Dr. Wagner.
• Proof reading papers and materials.
• Interface with the 3 other projects and 3 cores of the NIH grant (The Collective).
• Participate in FCRR meetings.
• Assist with the project Advisory Board.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/equivalent.
• Experience with administrative tasks.
• Strong proofreading skills.
• Have at least some experience with Zotero, Excel, Word, Teams, and Covidence.
• Well organized, reliable, and able to follow very specific instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some research and administrative experience.
• A master’s degree (or in process).
• Has CITI (human subjects training) a plus, but can be completed on the job.

Other Information

The WagnerLab is funded by an NIH P50 grant and constitutes Project 1 of this grant. Project 1 is called, Advances in Classification and Identification for Specific Learning Disorders in Reading. The project is in year 17 of 20 years. This cycle (year 15-20) we are partnering with Dr. Mercedes Spencer at Northwestern University.

Contact Info

For additional information, please contact Dr. Fotena Zirps (zirps@psy.fsu.edu) or Dr. Rick Wagner (rkwagner@psy.fsu.edu).

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
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Anticipated Salary Range

The anticipated starting salary for this role will range between $17/hour - $22/hour based on education and experience.

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an OPS/temporary job. This is both a soft money (grant funded) and time limited role.

Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check.

Schedule: approximately 25 hours/week on-site at FSU's Tallahassee Campus. The schedule can be flexible, though generally hours are Monday through Friday.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.