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HJF is seeking a Research Assistant to perform research and/or development in collaboration with others for projects. Research assistants are responsible for supporting scientists with the execution of human subjects research related to psychology, brain health, and human performance. This includes, but is not limited to, assisting with research protocols, preparing study materials, conducting study data collection procedures, study data processing, and assisting with creating reports and presentations. Research projects would include qualitative and quantitative methods including surveys, interviews, experimentation, and intervention testing. Data collection may be conducted in a variety of settings to include clinical settings, military garrison settings, and field settings.
This position will be in support of Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR), West. WRAIR-W conducts research and delivers solutions to optimize brain health to increase resilience and mitigate operational
stress while maximizing soldier health and performance. WRAIR-W is strategically located at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) in the state of Washington. WRAIR-W is unique in that it is co-located with service members from all branches of the military and is housed within the infrastructure of a large Military Treatment Facility (MTF), the Madigan Army Medical Center. WRAIR-W's capabilities include the ability to conduct large, randomized controlled trials to assess the efficacy of interventions, perform validation of screening and assessment measures, deliver training, evaluate behavioral health programs, perform field/training assessments to identify risk factors, as well as conduct health readiness surveillance and research consultation. WRAIR-W conducts research efforts focused on behavioral health and applied psychology in an effort to optimize military performance, improve health and readiness, and mitigate operational stress.
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.
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Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.
Full Time
Business Services
$70k-93k (estimate)
04/10/2024
06/09/2024
hmjackson.org
WASHINGTON, DC
100 - 200
1983
JOHN H BURNES
<$5M
Business Services
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