Research Assistant

Position: Research Assistant 1
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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Public Health has an exciting opportunity for a temporary Research Assistant to work in Miami, FL.

The Research Assistant 1 contributes to research investigators by providing research and experimentation support while following established protocols. The Research Assistant 1 performs a clerical role to ensure the smooth operations of office facilities.

Core responsibilities:

* Sets up and operates various scientific apparatus and makes minor repairs.

* Prepares correspondence and answers phones.

* Formulates and maintains bibliographies and completes applications and forms.

* Orders laboratory supplies and maintains culture media reagents.

* Reviews and edits various materials for publication and prepares publication schedules.

* Maintains appropriate logs, records, and study notebooks.

* Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions

* Seeking a Research Assistant with a background in clinical research. Responsibilities include patient screening and enrollment, data management, and implementation of research protocols. The ideal candidate will be flexible, detail-oriented, and accountable in supporting scientific and research activities.

* Maintains enrollment procedures in accordance with study protocols.

* Recruit, screen, and enroll eligible participants for research studies.

* Obtain informed consent and ensure that participants fully understand the research procedures.

* Administering study-related procedures and interventions.

* Conducts chart reviews and pre-screening to determine participant eligibility and coordinates basic clinical research protocols.

* Coordinates routine clinical study activities, including data collection and maintenance, planning study timelines, scheduling appointments and study visits, organizing meetings, and supporting project evaluation activities.

* Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including case report forms, medical records, and study logs.

* Assists in preparing progress reports and annual self-evaluations of performance.

* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary research team, including investigators, data managers, administrative staff, and community-based staff.

* Participate in team meetings and provide updates on study progress, issues, and outcomes.

* Assist with data entry and quality control for research data.

* Performs moderate research tasks and adapts procedures for quality improvement under supervision.

* Understands and follows technical instructions for operating clinical research equipment and assists in troubleshooting operational issues when they arise.

* Assists in monitoring and reporting adverse events to the Principal Investigator or supervisor, including those reported by participants.

* Addresses adverse events according to protocol, advocates for participants, and maintains quality standards throughout the study.

* Identifies, reports, and assists in resolving protocol deviations and unanticipated events.

* Maintains required skills and completes mandatory training related to safety, equality, responsible conduct of research, continuing education, and research competencies.

* Collaborate with a local sexual health community-based organization to receive training in delivering PrEP navigation services

* Adheres to department-specific policies and procedures and safeguards departmental assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core

Qualifications:

* High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or license

* Minimum of one (1) year of relevant research 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.

* Ability to complete assignments accurately with strong attention to detail

* Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines

* Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion

* Willingness to work evenings, nights, and weekends as needed

* Commitment to the University's core values

* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

* Strong attention to detail

* Strong oral and written communication skills

* Strong organizational and analytical skills

* Bilingual…