Social/Clinical Research Assistant

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill•Chapel Hill, NC

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About The Position

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research. Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond. Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce. Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research. Position Summary This position will serve as an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator within the Department of Radiology, Epidemiology Research Team, Lung Cancer Screening and Breast Cancer Screening Research Groups. The Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator assists with the execution of study protocols, including screening and recruiting study participants, conducting study visits, and collecting, entering, and reviewing study data.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to work and communicate with diverse populations effectively and professionally. Ability to work independently as well as function as part of a team.
Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Experience in a research setting, knowledge of medical terminology, or prior work with medical record system is required. Individual must have effective communication skills and experience in presenting the compiled data and or information in specified format.
This position is almost entirely computer based. Candidates should be able to work effectively from a computer/in front of a screen for extended periods of time, with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Preferred candidates will have experience using Epic and REDCap.

Responsibilities

Perform routine NCLSR and CMR data collection tasks with collaborating facilities in an efficient, effective, and timely manner, e.g., radiology report data abstraction and follow-up data entry
Perform other assigned new project data collection tasks
Document the processes and procedures of data collection tasks
Develop documentations (e.g., SOPs, Guides) as needed
Develop and implement quality control and quality assurance procedures for data collection tasks
Generate reports and critically evaluate data for quality purposes
Document and report data issues to the supervisor in a timely manner
Develop and implement corrective action plans for data issues in a timely manner
Perform literature reviews and searches
Communicate with team members and collaborating facilities in a professional, efficient, effective, and timely manner at all times
Present in the ERT Brown Bags

Benefits

UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.

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