Limited Term Field Research Team Lead II

Limited Term Field Research Team Lead II

Posting Number: S14324P

Working Title:

Limited Term Field Research Team Lead II

Department: VPR-Owens Inst Behavioral Rsch

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Posting Type:
External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part Time:
Full Time

Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm

Advertised Salary: $45,000.00

Posting Date: 10/31/2025

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 11/10/2025

Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area

Special Instructions:
This is a grant funded position. While the continuation of funding and employment is anticipated, it is not guaranteed.

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Res Tech‑Social Science I

Non‑Exempt

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High school diploma or equivalent

Team lead will oversee a team of GRAs and URAs during family‑facing research visits that happen in participant homes, public spaces, and the BIRC center m lead will be responsible for ensuring the proper adherence to protocols and maintaining family rapport during field visits. Team leads will also be responsible for all direct reporting of issues arising in the field and report to the research coordinator, center coordinator, and PIs as needed.

This position is grant‑funded and is expected to continue through approximately 2028 (five years from the project’s start date in 2023). Extension beyond this period is contingent upon the availability of continued funding.

• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully both orally and in written form.
• Experience working with school‑age and early adolescent children in research and pseudo‑medical settings.
• Able to follow standardized research procedures and monitor others in real‑time for protocol adherence.
• Can competently manage schedules of multiple RA employees, ensuring adequate covering for research visits.
• Understands how and when flexibility within visits can be granted to ensure participant comfort while adhering to research best practices and project protocols.

Lift research equipment, no more than 10 pounds. Sit at computer as…