Summary:
Research Assistant to assist with a clinical research study. The aim of the study is to test the effect of a culturally centered treatment protocol the Socio-cognitive behavioral therapy (SCBT) versus Treatment as Usual on suicidal thoughts and attempts and depressive symptoms in a clinical sample of Latinx adolescents The study is trying to determine whether taking into account perspectives of Latin immigrant families and minority youth will lead to better outcomes in this high-risk group.

Responsibilities:
Interview participants and families to gather information and obtain informed consent; maintenance of study records and tracking of study participants.

Data entry reporting and assistance with maintenance of database.

Provide assistance with recruitment efforts.

There are opportunities to participate in data analysis submit poster presentations to conferences and assist in preparation of manuscripts.

Other information: BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
Bachelors degree in psychology behavioral sciences or related field

Bilingual (Spanish & English)

Minimum 1-2 years of research experience (preferably in a clinical research setting) with ethnic minority groups and/or the LGBTQ community

Courses in research methodologies statistics and multicultural perspective preferred

Experience with computer-based data entry and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint)

Excellent organizational skills

Occasional evening and weekend work required for visits at participants home for follow up assessments.

Lifespan is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Lifespan is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location: Bradley Hospital USA: RI: East Providence

Work Type: Part Time

Shift: Shift 1

Union: Non-Union