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Location: Albany, NY Category: Research Foundation Careers Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Thu May 7 2026 Job Description:

Essential Functions

• Administer home- and clinic-based research visits with expectant mothers, fathers, and romantic partners Assist with data management and other administrative tasks
• Support with research-related administrative and other management tasks
• Communicate frequently with the project coordinator and/or principal investigator(s). Attend research team meetings
• Assist with other research-related tasks as needed

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Human Development, Neuroscience, Public Health or a related field from a college or university accredited by the US Department of Education or other internationally recognized accrediting organization.
• Experience volunteering or working in a research lab
• Ability to communicate effectively with research team and participants
• Experience and training in research methods
• Proficiency in computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; detail oriented
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the research protocol visit
• Possess or successfully complete Human Subjects Protection training certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in research related to Black maternal-infant health
• Experience working with infants, children, and families from racial/ethnic minority backgrounds
• Experience using Qualtrics, SPSS, R, and/or Mplus
• At least 1 year of experience volunteering or working in a research lab
• Experience with behavioral observations, psychophysiological data collection (MindWare)

Additional Information:

Salary Range : $41,700-$46,100 (DOE)

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As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, The Research Foundation for SUNY will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.

The Research Foundation for The State University of New York offers exceptional benefits such as healthcare, dental, vision, pension plans, competitive pay, generous paid time off, tuition assistance, life insurance and long-term disability insurance. The University at Albany offers a variety of performing arts, world class libraries, and competitive sporting events.