Human Research Technologist - Urology

Penn State University • Tallahassee, FL

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About The Position

The Human Research Technologist - Health and Medicine 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.

Requirements

• Associate Degree
• 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree