Research Coordinator-Psychology

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
Temple University's CLA/Psychology & Neuroscience Department is searching for a Lab Manager!
Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
A hybrid work schedule
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
12 Paid Holidays
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Range: $45,000-$55,000

Position Summary
The Lab Manager serves as the operational backbone of the Cognitive Neuropsychology Lab, overseeing participant recruitment, study administration, data management, and grant operations for active aging and memory research studies. This is a fast-paced, detail-oriented role requiring strong organizational skills, clinical sensitivity, and the ability to manage multiple projects and personnel simultaneously.
This is a full-time, grant funded position. Funding is guaranteed through November 2026, with likely extension through the following year.

Required Education & Experience:
*Bachelor's degree
* 3 years of related work experience in research or a clinical setting working with human adult participants.

Required Skills and Abilities:
*Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to interact compassionately with older adult participants
*Experience supervising students and/or staff

Preferred Skills and Abilities:
*Degree in psychology, neuropsychology or related field
*Experience in a clinical neuropsychology setting or neuropsychology/aging research lab
*Familiarity with REDCap, Qualtrics, and Microsoft OneDrive/SharePoint
*Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to interact compassionately with older adult participants
* Experience budgets and/or university purchasing systems a plus

This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.

This position requires Background Checks and Clearances

Essential Functions of Position
Recruitment & Outreach
Monitor lab email and voicemail; respond to inquiries within 48 hours and maintain the recruitment spreadsheet
Screen potential participants for eligibility, schedule study visits, and coordinate community outreach events
Check the Qualtrics recruitment survey weekly and distribute the lab newsletter twice per year
Study Administration
Serve as primary administrator for study visits, including cognitive testing, VKC administration, and participant compensation
Prepare testing materials, coordinate reminder calls, arrange transportation, and manage REDCap survey queues for participants and informants
Schedule 3-4 visits per week while balancing staff availability across graduate and undergraduate RAs
Data Management
Conduct post-visit quality checks to ensure all REDCap forms are complete, scored, and locked
Upload and label all study files (videos, audio, scanned packets, Examiner and .csv output files) to the correct OneDrive and SharePoint folders
Track informant questionnaire completion and follow up to prevent data loss
Neuropsychological Norming & Reporting
Enter raw test scores into CNNS norming software and generate individualized neuropsychological research reports
Submit finalized reports to the PI at least one business day before feedback sessions; send reports to participants and support feedback calls
Supervision of all Lab Staff
Onboard undergraduate and graduate RAs; coordinate CITI training and system access
Send weekly role assignment emails and monitor all staff training progress throughout the semester
Perform individual development plans for all undergraduate staff
Oversee lab work of graduate research assistants
Grant Management
Purchase supplies and participant incentives using TU Marketplace, Amazon Business, and p-card with correct FOAPAL codes
Maintain budget tracking spreadsheets and process consultant invoices through Concur
Independently manage laboratory budget

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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Posted 2026-07-16

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