UNIV - Research Program Assistant - Psychiatry: Addiction Sciences Division

The candidate will provide technical and professional research services in the Addiction Sciences Division of MUSC for Dr. Jennifer Dahne. This position is for an employee who is capable of performing the full range of professional duties in their assigned program area.

Entity Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC
- Univ) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Research Grant Cost Center CC001039 COM PSYCH Addiction Science CC Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade University-GEN
06 Pay Range 37,944.

- 60,690.000 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift

Job Description FLSA:
Hourly Work Scheduled:
Monday
- Friday, 8:30AM - 5:00PM; on campus

• 35% - Collect demographic, behavioral, and psychological research data, primarily through remote methods (e.g., via phone, video). Assessment approaches include questionnaires, interviews, and human laboratory methods and are a blend of in-person, phone, and video assessments. Strong phone (i.e., interpersonal) skills are a necessity.
• 35% - Manage data collection and entry functions including development and testing of REDCap databases. Scrutinize on an ongoing basis the effectiveness of study procedures and suggest changes in study procedures when indicated. Recognize errors in the database system when reviewing participant self-report data.
• 25% - Coordinate, manage, and aid in recruitment (including consent and participant scheduling), tracking, and retention of all research participants. Prepare tracking reports as needed and present status to the research team monthly, including areas of improvement regarding recruitment procedures.
• 5% - Perform other duties as required such as train within the eIRB system to assist in minor amendments if needed.

A bachelor's degree and 6 months of relevant program experience. A background in research, including in the development of electronic research databases within REDCap and/or EPIC is preferred. Ability to collect, organize, and analyze information in a clear and concise manner. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, sponsors, and other health care professionals. REDCap and EPIC experience is also preferred.

A high school diploma and three years of relevant program experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required program experience.

• Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position.
• Frequent Ability to perform job functions in a seated position.
• Frequent Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile.
• Continuous Ability to work indoors.
• Infrequent Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes.
• Infrequent Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces.
• Infrequent Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions.
• Infrequent Ability to squat and perform job functions.
• Infrequent Ability to perform 'pinching' operations.
• Continuous Ability to fully use both hands/arms.
• Frequent Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders.
• Frequent Ability to reach in all directions.
• Continuous Possess good finger dexterity.
• Continuous Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions.
• Infrequent Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted.
• Infrequent Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted.
• Infrequent Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted.
• Infrequent Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted.
• Continuous Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes.
• Continuous Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand.
• Frequent Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance.
• Frequent Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception.
• Frequent Good peripheral vision capabilities.
• Continuous Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction.
• Continuous Ability to hear and/or understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet.
• Frequent Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.
• Frequent Ability to work in dusty areas.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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