Research Assistant

An open, fully funded position for a research assistant is available in the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer's & Neurodegenerative Diseases at the University of Texas Health San Antonio (UTHSA) ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). We are looking for an exceptional candidate with expertise in clinical research to join a collaborative team of clinicians, sponsors, and research team members conducting state-of-the art research on dementia.

The position provides opportunities to work with Investigators conducting research on dementia as part of the NIA-funded South Texas Alzheimer's Disease Research Center. The candidate will work closely with the Investigators to coordinate and participate in a variety of activities including recruitment, consenting, administering cognitive assessments, documentation, data entry, and quality control review. This position will be heavily embedded in our new Center for Brain Health.

The candidate will perform diverse research and administrative duties requiring sound judgment. The candidate must be self-motivated, independent in task completion, and comfortable accepting feedback and guidance from colleagues. The ability to work well in a team and excellent communication skills are a must.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.