Research assistant job description

Our Teachers bring warmth, patience, and understanding to the classroom every day, encouraging children to learn and grow. They inspire children to be lifelong learners using our nationally recognized curriculum that promotes social, physical, verbal, and cognitive development. Our Teachers are committed to making their center successful and know that creating meaningful relationships with children, families, and their team play a crucial role in that success.
As a member of our teaching staff, you will:



Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children Support your center's success by partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners Implement KCE's curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child


The benefits our career professionals enjoy:



Medical, dental and vision Childcare benefit Paid time off Education assistance and reimbursement Medical expense reimbursement/ Life insurance/Disability benefits/ Health and wellness programs 401(k) savings and investment plan with employer match
Qualifications



Desired Skills and Experience:



CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (or willing to obtain) Completed 12 core ECE Units Infant/toddler OR BA Degree in Child Development Must be physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors Ability to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English All center staff applicants must meet state specific guidelines for the role
Our highest priority has always been to keep our employees, children, families, and communities as safe and healthy as possible. Starting October 18, 2021, we began requiring COVID vaccinations or weekly COVID testing for all unvaccinated employees. We are also subject to state law, local ordinances, and Health Department requirements for child care workers or school staff.

KinderCare Education is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

This is a limited term position for 1 year. This is a grant funded position and is not eligible for severance pay.

The Energy Metabolism Laboratory in the USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging is a highly recognized laboratory studying obesity and aging in human populations in the US and worldwide. A range of different studies are implemented by laboratory personnel, including randomized clinical trials, cohort studies in population with remote data collection, methodological studies to improve the collection of dietary data, and studies of the possible anti-aging effects of calorie restriction. The laboratory has two scientists who work collaboratively, as well as students and research staff.
What You'll Do


Supported by the Principal Investigator this individual will organize and implement a new randomized trial of dietary supplementation and weight loss in older adults. The goal of the project is to see if a new dietary supplement used alone or in combination with a behavioral weight loss intervention improves cognitive function in older adults who have overweight or obesity. The individual will manage all components of the randomized trial and will learn and implement specialized techniques to measure cognition and brain blood flow. The position will also support recruiting efforts, supervise student assistants, and work cooperatively with other staff members on the team including a behavioral interventionist and data manager. The individual will prepare reports for the Data Safety and Monitoring Board and NIH, assist in writing materials for recruitment and publication and presentation.


What We're Looking For



Basic Requirements:
Master's degree in a relevant science and up to 1 year laboratory experience or minimum 2 years managing a randomized clinical trial.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in science. Knowledge of and experience with clinical nutrition research.
Special Work Schedule Requirements:

May need to travel within Boston for recruiting.


An employee in this position must complete all appropriate background checks at the time of hire, promotion, or transfer.



Equal Opportunity Employer - minority/females/veterans/disability/sexual orientation/gender identity.


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• Bachelor s degree or higher
• Prior medical hospital knowledge/experience
• Strong language and writings skills
• Ability to communicate well with both staff and outside agencies related to research and publications

First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need.

At Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, we are committed to quality and excellence in patient care. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and to provide you with an environment that is conducive to healing and promotes patient safety. The Newark Beth Israel Medical Center management and staff abide by the philosophy that all patients are to be treated with respect, dignity, and sensitivity.

The Children s Hospital of New Jersey provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient pediatric services that include a pediatric intensive care unit, pediatric emergency department, Valerie Fund Children s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, and a neonatal ICU with New Jersey s only ECMO unit. The pediatric staff pharmacist works in the decentralized pharmacy satellite and provides collaborative pharmaceutical care to the Children s Hospital of New Jersey including NICU and PICU, and the emergency department.

We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:

• Medical/Dental/Vision plans
• 401 (k)
• Vacation/Personal/Holiday/Sick Time Off
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts