What are the responsibilities and job description for the Volunteer Research Assistant position at Galynker Suicide Prevention Research Lab at Mount Sinai?
The Mount Sinai Suicide Prevention Research Laboratory, led by Dr. Igor Galynker and affiliated with the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, is looking for several individuals to join our lab as clinical research volunteers. Volunteers will contribute to research projects involving suicide risk assessment and treatment of acute suicidal states. This is an on-site role with work completed within psychiatric inpatient units at different hospital sites. The lab operates across five sites: Mount Sinai Behavioral Health Center, Mount Sinai West, Mount Sinai Morningside, Mount Sinai Hospital, and NY Health Hospitals Elmhurst. This role is particularly well suited for individuals planning to pursue doctoral training in psychology or psychiatry and who are seeking clinical and research experience.
If you hold international student status, you must be eligible for and obtain CPT or OPT authorization through your university. The Mount Sinai Health System requires CPT or OPT approval before volunteer clearance can be issued.
Mount Sinai onboarding and structured lab training typically take approximately three months to complete. Given the substantial time investment required to train research assistants to function independently, we are seeking candidates who anticipate being able to commit to the lab for two years.
If you are interested in interviewing for a position, please email your CV to Victoria Witerska, Clinical Research Coordinator: victoria.witerska@mountsinai.org and Erin Wheeler, Clinical Research Coordinator: erin.wheeler@mountsinai.org
Responsibilities:
- Attend on-site shifts as assigned for 10-15 hours per week (shifts occur Monday through Thursday within the hours of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM)
- Attend weekly lab research meetings on Tuesdays from 1:30-3:00 PM over Zoom
- Undergo required on-site trainings for research instruments, study procedures, and appropriate inpatient unit etiquette and communication
- Assist in collecting and managing data
- Demonstrate a professional, courteous, and respectful attitude
- Take opportunities to contribute to conference posters and manuscript preparation
Educational/Work Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field
- At least 1 year of relevant clinical research experience
Other Requirements:
- Able to commit to the lab for two years
- Reliable attendance for weekly on-site shifts
- Interest in suicide prevention research
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Statistics background is a plus