Research Associate 1

University of Miami•Miami, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Psychiatry is hiring a full-time Research Associate 1 in Miami, Florida. The role supports research activities in the assigned division by conducting laboratory experiments and assisting with clinical research projects. The incumbent is expected to advance their expertise through continued education, training, and research. The position assists with CNSA NIH- and state-funded clinical research projects. It involves working with a multidisciplinary team, conducting study procedures onsite and in the community, and following study protocols and timelines. Some projects may require travel to participants’ homes or other community locations to provide phlebotomy services. Experience with seniors and English/Spanish bilingual oral communication skills are preferred but not required; transportation is preferred because of the community-based nature of some projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
BLS certification.
Complete assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to 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 collaboratively.
Basic computer technical skills.
Flexibility to travel to participants’ homes or community locations as needed to provide phlebotomy services.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with older adults.
Experience in a clinical research setting.
Phlebotomy certification.
English/Spanish bilingual oral communication skills.
Transportation, due to the community-based nature of some projects.

Responsibilities

Understand and interpret research protocols and procedures.
Participate in publishing significant research results.
Maintain an overview of relevant research findings and keep abreast of publications on methods, techniques, and developments in the research area.
Ensure research is conducted according to good research practice.
Collect, prepare, analyze, dissect, and evaluate specimens or tissue cultures.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
Perform routine assays, tests, and studies.
Perform calculations, collect data, and conduct statistical analysis of laboratory results.
Assist with research functions for CNSA NIH- and state-funded clinical research projects.
Work with a multidisciplinary team to complete tasks on time and in accordance with study protocols and timelines.
Conduct study procedures onsite and in the community to meet study timelines and protocols.
Travel to participants’ homes or community locations as needed to provide phlebotomy services.
Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.