Research Assistant 1, Per Diem

University of Miami•Miami, FL

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About The Position

The Research Assistant 1 (A) contributes to research investigators by providing research and experimentation support while following established protocols. The Research Assistant 1 (A) performs a clerical role to ensure the smooth operations of office facilities.

Requirements

Undergraduate Degree related to Public Health preferable.
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

Strong bilingual (English and Spanish) reading, writing and oral communication skills preferable.
Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

Sets up and operates various scientific apparatus and makes minor repairs.
Prepares correspondence and answers phones.
Formulates and maintains bibliographies and completes applications and forms.
Orders laboratory supplies and maintains culture media reagents.
Reviews and edits various materials for publication and prepares publication schedules.
Maintains appropriate logs, records, and study notebooks.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Organizes and maintains a system for monitoring of subjects enrolled on longitudinal studies and assures collection of data in a timely manner.
Prepares and organizes data to promote efficient computer entry.
Demonstrates knowledge of Good Clinical Practice Guidelines, IRB review, reporting requirements and regulatory affairs.
Oversees schedule and follows-up on progress in patient’s chart and performs retrospective chart reviews.
Participates in the consent process as guided by institutional policy and assists with the development of the consent forms.
Communicates with internal and/or external regulatory oversight entities (e.g. IRB, NIH).
Participates in the development of protocol roadmaps or flow sheets and may participate in the completion of reports and forms.