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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Medicine  has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Research Assistant 2 to work in the UHealth Campus.  

CORE JOB SUMMARY

The Research Assistant 2 (A) assists with and explores innovations to research and strives to improve implementation and family outcomes. The Research Assistant 2 (A) ensures compliance with University policies, rules, and regulations to meet federal, state, and local standards pertaining to safety and ethics.

CORE Responsibilities: 

• Plans and implements research experiments, according to research protocols, to assure high-quality scientific results in support of applicable project goals.
• Assists with assessing the feasibility of implementing innovations.
• Assesses data trends and develops reports and presentations.
• Supports the initiation of new research by reviewing and synthesizing literature.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Assists in the preparation of scientific papers, reports, and manuscripts.
• .Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions

• Recruitment capabilities and the screening of potential patients/subjects for eligibility to the study. This may include gathering information from the medical record, physician referral, advertisement and directly scheduling a visit to evaluate the patient/subject.
• Demonstrates critical judgment to maintain the integrity of the research protocol without compromising patient safety.
• Demonstrates appropriate skills relating to the execution of research protocols, such as determining eligibility, exclusion criteria, identifying need for modifications and adverse responses.
• Prepare NIH and IRB applications.
• Assist in the development of recruitment strategies and promotional materials.
• Assist with the informed consent process and ensure that the patient/subject fully understands what is required of them throughout the study.
• Create and maintain participant charts & coordinate participant appointments.
• Collects, organizes and maintains source documentation.
• Ensure protocol is being followed as approved by the IRB. Participate in research activities by assisting in the collection of data, initiating research under supervision as appropriate.
• Interact with patient/subject and families in a courteous and professional manner. Be consistent and regularly follow through with your patient/subjects reminding them of visits and compliance. Extend this courteous and professional manner to staff within the School of Medicine and the Medical Center staff.

Department Specific Functions

• Recruitment capabilities and the screening of potential patients/subjects for eligibility to the study. This may include gathering information from the medical record, physician referral, advertisement and directly scheduling a visit to evaluate the patient/subject.
• Demonstrates critical judgment to maintain the integrity of the research protocol without compromising patient safety.
• Demonstrates appropriate skills relating to the execution of research protocols, such as determining eligibility, exclusion criteria, identifying need for modifications and adverse responses.
• Prepare NIH and IRB applications.
• Assist in the development of recruitment strategies and promotional materials.
• Assist with the informed consent process and ensure that the patient/subject fully understands what is required of them throughout the study.
• Create and maintain participant charts & coordinate participant appointments.
• Collects, organizes and maintains source documentation.
• Ensure protocol is being followed as approved by the IRB. Participate in research activities by assisting in the collection of data, initiating research under supervision as appropriate.
• Interact with patient/subject and families in a courteous and professional manner. Be consistent and regularly follow through with your patient/subjects reminding them of visits and compliance. Extend this courteous and professional manner to staff within the School of Medicine and the Medical Center staff.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or equivalent

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:

• Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

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

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

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