RESEARCHER ASSISTANT
About The Position
The University of Alabama at Birmingham, General Internal Med & Population Science, is looking for a dedicated Researcher Assistant. This position currently is for an American Heart Association research study focused on hypertension prevention in underrepresented populations. This position requires performing data collection, data entry, and quality assurance; and preparing study-specific outcome reports. This position does require travel to counties across rural Alabama. As a Researcher Assistant, you will contribute to the daily operations of research projects under the close supervision of experienced researchers. This role involves performing standard research tasks, including sample processing, basic data analysis, and maintaining accurate records. Your support will be crucial in helping senior team members execute complex protocols and ensuring the smooth functioning of the lab. Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research collaborator contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in a related field OR High School diploma or GED and two (2) years of related experience required.
- Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of one's own work
- Ability to accept responsibility for the direction, control or planning of an activity
- Ability to analyze and interpret data
- Ability to accumulate and analyze data
Responsibilities
- Travel to and complete participant follow-up visits for studies.
- Complete data entry and perform quality assurance work.
- Prepare study specific outcome reports as needed.
- Assist in coordinating study activities as assigned by the supervisor.
- Assist with manuscript writing.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
