Lab Coordinator - Psychiatry and Behavioral Health
 The Pennsylvania State University | |
paid time off, sick time, remote work
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 United States, Pennsylvania, Harrisburg | |
 Sep 30, 2025 | |
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. This position is funded for 1 year(s); continuation past 1 year(s) will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.POSITION SPECIFICS The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at the Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA is hiring a Lab Coordinator to coordinate daily lab operations for the Attention and Behavior Clinic. The lab manager will train all new staff in task design and application and EEG data collection while being available full time to maintain, log, and enhance existing hardware and identify and obtain new hardware as well as program new tasks. This position will also oversee data analysis and quality, oversee budgets and procurement, draft technical reports for grants and assist with future project development, IRB submissions and publication of study manuscripts. who has appreciable experience in the maintenance and enhancement of EEG hardware, processing software and programming software for task adaptation and development. The successful candidate will assist with all study roles and be actively involved with participant recruitment, screening and enrollment (including completion of semi structured diagnostic interviews), updating regulatory documents, coordinating study efforts across team members, and collection of EMA survey and neurophysiology data. Past research experience in behavioral health is required and some experience working with youth in clinical or research settings are preferred. Experience with EEG/ERP data collection as well programming basic cognitive tasks and developing surveys in REDCAP is preferred but not required as these skills can be acquired as part of training. This is a 40-hour per week position (Monday-Friday), with some evening hours required.Work location is the Penn State Health Medical Group Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinic, 22 Northeast Drive, Hershey PA. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.This position will be filled as an Advanced Professional or Senior Professional. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS If filled as Lab Coordinator - Medical Sciences - Advanced Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None If filled as Lab Coordinator - Medical Sciences - Senior Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: NoneBACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $51,000.00 - $81,500.00.Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. 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