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Application Instructions:External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page. Please add your cover letter and any other documents required for the position to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your cover letter and supporting documents. The My Experience page is the only opportunity to add your cover letter and supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it. Current Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the website. Log in to Workday. Click on the Jobs Hub and select Browse Jobs. Locate the position and click Apply. Update your Education and Job History.** Cover letter required for all positions and optional for facilities, campus services, and hospitality positions unless otherwise specified.Job Description SummaryThe behavioral medicine research assistant's roles and responsibilities include data analysis, literature review, and behavioral intervention delivery for projects related to physical activity, diet, and aging. Specifically, they will lead data analysis on existing datasets and support these analyses with literature reviews. They will also develop behavioral intervention protocols, source intervention technologies (e.g., wearable devices), participate in recruitment, and lead intervention sessions in human subjects protocols.Job DescriptionSummary:The behavioral medicine research assistant's roles and responsibilities include data analysis, literature review, and behavioral intervention delivery for projects related to physical activity, diet, and aging. Specifically, they will lead data analysis on existing datasets and support these analyses with literature reviews. They will also develop behavioral intervention protocols, source intervention technologies (e.g., wearable devices), participate in recruitment, and lead intervention sessions in human subjects protocols.Essential Functions:

• Collaborate with PI and other staff to generate research protocols and prepare, submit, and manage IRB submissions.
• Conduct literature reviews and synthesize findings.
• Assist in coordinating laboratory activities including student communications, scheduling, and leading laboratory meetings.
• Comply with Institutional policies, study protocols and procedures, and DHHS and IRB guidelines for human subjects research.Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  • Bachelor's degree in Health & Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or related field, Master's degree preferred
  • General knowledge of human subjects research procedures and practices.
  • General knowledge of behavioral sciences.Physical Requirements:Inside work. Ability to engage in computer work.Accountabilities: Responsible for own work. May oversee work of student employees, volunteers, and/or interns. May exercise independent judgment in working and collaborating with others working with PI.Additional Job DescriptionTime Type RequirementPart timeNote to Applicant:This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.WakeForestseeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate.In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on thebasis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran statusandencourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.

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