Job Summary

Job Overview: The Life Course Outcomes (LCO) Research Program, within the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, is seeking a Research Associate I to contribute to a the management of a research study designed to assess aspects of interventions delivered to the autism community. The role includes managing data collection, coordinating stakeholder engagement, and assisting with qualitative and quantitative research to develop novel fidelity tools for evaluating which intervention approaches are most acceptable and meaningful to autistic people, their family members, and clinicians. This individual will also contribute to helping organization and administrative efforts, and autism research outputs (including research project design, manuscript-writing, grant-writing, and community presentations. 

Essential Functions

• Coordinate and manage meetings and outputs of the research team and Community Advisory Boards (CAB) 
• Conduct qualitative interviews with stakeholders, including autistic individuals, caregivers, and practitioners .
• Create, manage, and distribute REDcap-based surveys at various stages of the project.
• Help maintain and manage datasets, and maintain clear and detailed documentation necessary to maintain databases and analyses.
• Participate in the dissemination of research findings via preparation of abstracts for presentation at scientific conferences and manuscripts for peer-review publication; contribute to preliminary data for grant applications.
• Develop positive collaborative relationships with colleagues at Drexel University and external stakeholders; communicate professionally and in a timely manner with collaborators.
• Maintain meticulous and well-organized records related to internal and external communications, project management, analyses, databases, and all other aspects of the job.
• May supervise student Research Assistants and Research Coordinators.
• Review data and ensure quality assurance.
• Recruitment and scheduling of participants.
• Assist with, submit, and manage federal and local regulatory compliance activities, including IRB protocols, progress reports, and all required submissions.
• Assist with managing lab materials, ordering, and data.
• Other project activities as assigned by the PI.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Behavioral Sciences, or related field. or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. 
  • Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.
• Minimum of At least 1 years of experience in research coordination, data collection, and/or stakeholder engagement. This can include experience acquired during academic research (e.g., undergraduate) or community-based activities.
• Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Strong organizational, task management, project management, event planning, and/or communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with autistic individuals or related stakeholder groups.
• Familiarity with participatory or community-engaged research approaches and/or Delphi methodology.
• Experiencing working with and/or evincing appreciation for the role of lived experience in the context of research activities.
• Ability to function independently, be a creative thinker, and demonstrate strong compassion and support for those with autism and their families.
• Experience contributing to the development and implementation of autism-focused research efforts, with a focus on practical data collection and engagement practices.
• Ability to multi-task, and work independently and collaboratively as a part of a team in a fast paced, high growth environment.
• Capability within Microsoft Office programs including: PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.

Physical Demands

• Typically sitting at a desk/table

Location

• Hybrid/Flexible Work Arrangement

Additional Information
This position is classified as Exempt, grade I. Compensation for this grade ranges from $41,120.00 to $ 61,680.00per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position typically aligns with the minimum to midrange of this grade, but it can vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel’s compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Benefits Brochure.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

Additional Required Documents

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

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