Clinical Research Assistant I - Center For Deployment Psychology (Project Safeguard)

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HJF is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant I to support the Center for Deployment Psychology (CDP) at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) in Bethesda, MD. CDP strives to be the central hub for the Military Health System (MHS) in the development and implementation of training and education to clinicians of military-connected individuals. CDP currently provides training in Prolonged Exposure, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Suicide Prevention, CBT for Insomnia, Brief Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, and military culture, among others. CDP's research includes the dissemination and implementation of evidence-based psychotherapies; behavioral health services research; and patient focused research on mental health disorders such as PTSD, insomnia, nightmares, moral injury, and suicide prevention. This position will support activities on the VA Suicide Prevention Contract, Project Safeguard.

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.

• Will primarily be performing scientific literature searches, identification, and retrieval; file management; and assisting in the preparation of papers, and abstracts. Distributes manuscripts and reports to all scientific collaborators as required.
• Assists with the development and refinement of training materials and protocol study materials for ongoing studies.
• Maintains clear and accurate project records, data files, and inventories, and assists with the development of progress reports as assigned in an accurate, timely, and efficient manner. May perform data entry and establish and maintain databases.
• Performs administrative duties such as: scheduling appointments and maintaining team trackers.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for the role.
• Work closely with the Subject Matter Expert (SME) team.
• Commensurate with demonstrated abilities, opportunity to publish manuscripts and gain clinical experience.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree Required. Psychology, Behavioral Health, Social Work, or Public Health preferred
• Minimum of 0-2 years experience required
• This position is ideal of post-baccalaureates interested in gaining experience prior to graduate or medical school

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, and analytical skills.
• Interest in working in military mental health research.
• Ability to understand and utilize scientific terminology and research theory in both oral and written communications.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under multiple Project Leads.
• Background in psychology, social work, or another health-related field

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a clinic, hospital, or office environment.

Compensation

• The hourly pay range for this position is $18.25-$27.17. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.