Research Assistant, Psychiatry

Advocate Aurora Health

Research Assistant involved in support of sleep studies at Wake Forest University Health Sciences. Conducting various technical duties and investigations under the supervision of academic staff.

Posted 6/19/2026full-timeWinston Salem • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $31 - $46 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Obtains data in support of research-oriented activities by conducting physical, chemical, or biological tests, experiments, determinations, and observations
Designs, develops, and constructs specialized instruments, equipment and apparatus as required for performance of research activities
Assists in the development of new research procedures and techniques
Operates various electronic devices in the collection, tabulation, and calculation of data
Assists in training new personnel, conducts performance reviews on assigned lab employees, and creates work schedules
Assists with planning and presenting classroom instructions and lectures
Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree with four years' experience in a research or laboratory setting; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrates knowledge of scientific principles
Strong computer skills
Public speaking experience
Ability to prepare grant proposals with minimal supervision
Peer reviewed publications, plus oral or poster presentations at national meetings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Paid Time Off programs
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development

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Hard Skills & Tools

data collectionchemical testsbiological testsphysical testsinstrument designresearch proceduresdata tabulationdata calculationgrant proposal preparationpeer reviewed publications

Soft Skills

trainingperformance reviewspublic speakingclassroom instructionpresentation skillsteam collaborationorganizational skillscommunication skillsleadershiptime management