Research Support Specialist (A)

University of Miami-posted 1 day ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Miami, FL
5,001-10,000 employees
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The Department of Public Health Sciences at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Research Support Specialist to support federal and state-funded research projects focused on firefighter health and safety. The Caban-Martinez Lab focuses on surveillance and the design/evaluation of workplace interventions to improve the health of first responders. Dr. Alberto Caban-Martinez leads the efforts for the Firefighter Cancer Initiative and is seeking a talented research specialist to support the projects, research and administrative activities of this longitudinal cohort study.

  • Researches, collects, analyzes, and synthesizes data and maintains databases.
  • Conducts quality assurance checks, reports on the status of research activities, and submits monthly activity logs for protocol.
  • Organizes and coordinates community working group meetings for protocol activities.
  • Serves as primary point of contact for community partners and supervises and oversees research data collection at protocol venues in the community.
  • Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
  • Collects and analyzes data, ensures accurate written and computerized records.
  • Records research procedures and results; maintains records, codes data for electronic data capture.
  • Responsible for lab housekeeping duties, such as stock lab consumables, maintain sample biorepository.
  • Collect and enter data into data repositories.
  • Process and store research and environmental samples.
  • Design, build, and maintain REDCap projects including case report forms, surveys, longitudinal setups, and user rights; ensure compliance with IRB and institutional requirements.
  • Generate and deliver reports through REDCap dashboards and exports, including routine and ad-hoc summaries for investigators, administrators, and sponsors.
  • Work with study coordinator to get informed consent.
  • Assist with collection and administration of surveys in the field both in the State of Florida and nationally
  • Assists in maintaining /logs progress reports to track both currently enrolled as well as follow-up participants.
  • Organizes/schedules investigator meetings and fire service site recruitment and data collection
  • Complete assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
  • Prepares analytical reports relative to research data.
  • Monitors progress of research projects and coordinates information between research team.
  • Work with senior scientist(s) optimize field data collection protocols and troubleshoot issues.
  • Prepare and deliver concise presentations to internal peer review groups and external firefighter stakeholders.
  • Commitment to the University’s core values.
  • Operates and maintains and adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
  • Execute the plan developed for collection of protocol specific subject specimens, i.e. blood specimen, tissue samples, etc. as per protocol.
  • Works closely with research coordinators to ensure that specimens are collected as required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
  • Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in research, community-based settings, etc. or study coordination is required.
  • Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
  • High-level interpersonal skills are required.
  • 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.
  • Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
  • Excellent English oral and written communication skills and strong computer skills are required.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Commitment to the University’s core values.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) experience preferred.
  • Phlebotomy experience preferred.
  • REDCap experience preferred.
  • The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
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