GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
A position is available within the Meditation Research Program (Principal Investigator [PI]: Matthew D. Sacchet, Ph.D.; website: http://meditation.mgh.harvard.edu/) at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Our research is in affiliation with the Department of Psychiatry and the Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging and is focused on developing a scientific understanding of advanced meditation (skills, states, stages, and transformations related to mastery and continued practice of meditation). Ongoing appointment is contingent upon performance and continued availability of funding. This position offers an excellent opportunity for junior scientists looking for research experience before applying to graduate school in the mind sciences (including neuroscience and clinical psychology Ph.D. programs) or medical school, or related positions in industry.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collects and organizes data from research participants
- Maintains records and databases
- Uses various software and programs for data analysis, graph generation, and reports
- Assists with recruiting research participants
- Obtains participant study data from medical records, physicians, et cetera
- Conducts literature searches
- Verifies accuracy of study forms
- Updates study forms per protocol
- Documents study participant visits and procedures
- Assists with regulatory binders and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) procedures
- Assists with interviewing study participants
- Administers and scores questionnaires
- Provides explanation of study and obtains informed consent from study participants
- Performs study procedures.
- Assists with study regulatory submissions
- Writes consent forms
- Verifies subject inclusion/exclusion criteria
- Administrative support duties
SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
- High attention to detail
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent ability to follow directions
- Excellent communication skills
- Working knowledge of research
- Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for other team members and research subjects
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree required.
EXPERIENCE:
New graduates may be considered for the position outlined above. Value will be placed on proven experience with research and commitment to science.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Interested candidates can apply for the position here:
Additional questions and inquiries can be directed to meditationadministration@mgh.harvard.edu