Research Assistant
University of Miami

Job Info

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The Department of Public Health is currently seeking a temporary Research Assistant to work in Miami. The Research Assistant contributes with research investigators by providing research and experimentation support while following established protocols. Further, the Research Assistant performs a clerical role to ensure the smooth operations of office facilities.

Core Job Summary

1. Sets up and operates various scientific apparatus and makes minor repairs.
2. Prepares correspondence and answers phones.
3. Formulates and maintains bibliographies and completes applications and forms.
4. Orders laboratory supplies and maintains culture media reagents.
5. Reviews and edits various materials for publication and prepares publication schedules.
6. Maintains appropriate logs, records, and study notebooks.
7. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions

8. Contributes to basic and applied research activities by collecting data and maintaining databases adequately.
9. Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
10. Participates in consenting process.
11. Translates study documents.
12. Maintains an overview of the recruitment process.
13. Formulates and maintains bibliographies and completes applications and forms.
14. Organizes and maintains a system for monitoring of subjects enrolled on longitudinal studies and assures collection of data in a timely manner.
15. Prepares and organizes data to promote efficient computer entry.
16. Participates in the consent process as guided by institutional policy and assists with the development of the consent forms.
17. Communicates with internal and/or external regulatory oversight entities (e.g. IRB, NIH).

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

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's or Master's degree in public health or related field preferred.

Experience:

Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
  
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
  
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
  
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
  
• Commitment to the University's core values.
  
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
  
• Ability to recognize, analyze and solve a variety of problems.
  
• Ability to interact with study participants respectfully and develop rapport.
  
• Ability to effectively communicate, understand and empathize.
  
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
  
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
  
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
  
• Strong bilingual (English and Spanish) reading, writing and oral communication skills are preferred.
  

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.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

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.

Job Status:
Full time

Employee Type:
Temporary

Pay Grade:
r3

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