Research Associate 1, SOM- Division of Infectious Diseases

University of Miami•Miami, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Associate 1, SOM supports research activities for the assigned division by conducting laboratory experiments on assigned research projects. Moreover, the incumbent operates with the goal of advancing his/her expertise through continued education, training, and research. This role involves working with the ID Research Unit Principal Investigator and Project Directors on on-going project needs for active multisite & single site research studies to meet deliverable deadlines. The position requires identifying, screening, and recruiting eligible participants, obtaining informed consent, and explaining study procedures. The Research Associate will support Clinical Research Coordinators in scheduling, preparing, and conducting participant study visits, performing study assessments, and interfacing with laboratory staff for sample processing. Ensuring the accuracy of study visit forms, maintaining study binders, and upholding participant confidentiality are key aspects of this role. The position also involves participating in team meetings and trainings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
No previous experience required

Nice To Haves

Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
Participates in the publication of significant results.
Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
Keeps abreast of current publications relative to methods, techniques, and developments within the area of research.
Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens or tissue cultures.
Operates and maintains laboratory equipment.
Performs a variety of routine assays, tests, and studies.
Performs calculations to complete research test results, collects data, and performs statistical analysis of laboratory results.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Identify, screen, and recruit eligible participants according to inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Obtain informed consent and explain study procedures to participants in a clear and ethical manner.
Support Clinical Research Coordinators in scheduling, preparing, and conducting participant study visits in alignment with study protocols.
Perform study assessments, including administering questionnaires, conducting interviews, and collecting clinical or behavioral data.
Interface with laboratory staff to ensure timely processing and tracking of samples.
Ensure completion and accuracy of all study visit forms, source documentation, and participant records.
Support retention strategies, including participant outreach, appointment reminders, and community engagement activities.
Maintain visit tracking logs and follow standardized operating procedures for visit documentation and quality control.
Maintain study binders, visit schedules, and regulatory documents in compliance with institutional and sponsor requirements.
Ensure participant confidentiality and data security according to IRB-approved procedures.
Participate in regular team meetings, trainings, and protocol reviews.