Job Description
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The part-time Research Support executes research protocols in support of clinical research trials, studies, and projects; designs data collections instruments; implements data collection procedures, performs data analysis; prepares reports and research publications; recruits, informs, and schedules subjects/participants for studies; maintains subject/participant records; oversees and monitors laboratory research procedures and recordings involving human subjects to ensure quality control; coordinates and reviews laboratory equipment and supplies to ensure availability for studies.
- Recruit subjects for clinical trials; describe the study, procedures, risks, benefits, and eligibility requirements; create recruitment materials
- Schedule patient participation and data collection for studies; maintain subject/participant database; maintain communication with participants throughout project; provide participants with materials and tools needed to facilitate protocols
- Draft, develop, and review protocols, abstracts, and consent forms; assure the collection of subject data based on protocol; recommend protocol improvements or revisions
- Collect, enter, code, and analyze data; contribute to the design of data plan; present study findings to research teams
- Develop and design project materials including participant forms, questionnaires, reports, surveys, and data collection instruments
- Train research team in data recording functions and appropriate use of equipment
- Develop, review, and submit Institutional Review Board (IRB) documents and modifications
- Monitor and manage project logistics including inventory, budget, and equipment
- Serve as liaison with Principal Investigator, physicians, and central research offices
- Author manuscripts, journal publications, abstracts, and scholarly articles
- May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management
- Complete lab work as needed
- Process samples
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
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EEO IS THE LAW
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