Research Associate 1

University of Miami • Miami, FL

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The department of Neurology has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Research Associate 1, SOM to work onsite on the UHealth campus. 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. CORE JOB FUNCTIONS 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. Department Specific Functions The incumbent will be collecting, organizing, and analyzing data for the Atlas research projects. Acquire an understanding of the research program and the details of specific research projects Study recruitment and enrollment Obtaining informed consent from study participants Collecting family history information and constructing pedigrees Coordinating study visits (including travel arrangements for study participants from out-of-town) Collecting research data, including the performance of study procedures, completion and scanning of source documents, and data entry Maintaining communication with study participants in-between study visits Participate in patient/community outreach activities Perform general clerical (e.g. filing) and other duties as assigned by the principal investigator regulatory specialist, clinical research coordinators or PIs Proficiency with Microsoft toolset (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access), SharePoint, Microsoft SQL Server, and REDCap is preferred. Strong attention to detail & focus on task completion. Any appropriate combination of education, certifications, and/or relevant work experience will be considered. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field
• 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

• Proficiency with Microsoft toolset (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access), SharePoint, Microsoft SQL Server, and REDCap is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail & focus on task completion.
• Any appropriate combination of education, certifications, and/or relevant work experience will be considered.

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.
• Collecting, organizing, and analyzing data for the Atlas research projects.
• Acquire an understanding of the research program and the details of specific research projects
• Study recruitment and enrollment
• Obtaining informed consent from study participants
• Collecting family history information and constructing pedigrees
• Coordinating study visits (including travel arrangements for study participants from out-of-town)
• Collecting research data, including the performance of study procedures, completion and scanning of source documents, and data entry
• Maintaining communication with study participants in-between study visits
• Participate in patient/community outreach activities
• Perform general clerical (e.g. filing) and other duties as assigned by the principal investigator regulatory specialist, clinical research coordinators or PIs

Benefits

• The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level