UNIV - Research Program Assistant - Psychiatry: Addiction Sciences Division

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

1d • $37,200 - $59,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The candidate will assist the Principal Investigator in the recruitment of research participants, the collection of psychological research data, data entry and organizational tasks for studies being conducted in the Department of Psychiatry/Addiction Sciences Division. The candidate will work on research studies which focus on the study of and development of interventions for interpersonal violence and addiction. The program assistant will be directly involved in the collection of questionnaires, interview, laboratory, and other research data.

Requirements

• A high school diploma and four years of relevant program experience.
• Ability to present information effectively in both written and verbal form.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree with mathematics and/or statistics courses may be substituted for the required work experience.
• A bachelor's degree in psychology, biology, nursing or other natural life, or health care field preferred.
• Knowledge of computer-based information systems desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage tracking of all research participants, which includes screening, recruitment, and scheduling of research participants.
• Manage scheduling of medical personnel for research study visits when necessary.
• Prepare tracking reports as needed and present status to the research team at weekly meetings.
• Performs diagnostic interviews consisting of structured clinical interviews and other related instruments and document participant assessment data in research records.
• Initiate and maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation as required by FDA, Institutional Review Board, study sponsors and Good Clinical Practice Guidelines in connection with research trials.
• Enters data into a computerized database and manage ongoing organization of patient data files.
• Scrutinize on an ongoing basis the effectiveness of study procedures and suggest changes in procedures when indicated.
• Maintains research supplies; monitors and arranges for periodic calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned which may include handling saliva and blood, obtaining vital signs and assistance with data analysis.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
• Federal E-Verify program participation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED