Research Associate, Clinical Research

Position Overview

Research Associate 2 in the Department of Neurology at the University of Miami/UHealth. The position is based in Boca Raton, FL and is a full‑time staff role.

• Performs specialized and complex experiments and studies.
• Participates in the publication of significant research results.
• Advances expertise through education, training, and research.
• Writes extramural grants and proposals to secure funding.
• Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens and tissue cultures.
• Weighs and anesthetizes laboratory animals for experiments.
• Operates sensitive and highly complex laboratory equipment.
• Conducts calculations to finalize research test results.
• Performs photography and dark‑room processing.
• Participates in training sessions and workshops.
• Adheres to University and unit‑level policies and procedures and safeguards assets.

• Work closely with the Director in an interprofessional, transdisciplinary team to provide an outstanding research experience.
• Conduct rating scales and neuropsychological testing for clinical research studies.
• Assist in recruitment and retention of research participants.
• Screen potential participants for eligibility to the study.
• Refer, advertise, and schedule visits for participant evaluation.
• Demonstrate critical judgment to maintain the integrity of the research protocol while safeguarding participant safety.
• Demonstrate appropriate skills for executing research protocols.
• Assist with the informed‑consent process and educate participants on study requirements.
• Create and maintain participant charts and coordinate appointments.
• Collect, organize, and maintain source documentation.
• Ensure the protocol is followed as approved by the IRB.
• Interact with participants, faculty, and staff professionally.
• Perform other related duties and complete projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

• Learning agility: ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical proficiency: skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

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

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.