Research Associate 1
University of Miami

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Otolaryngology is currently seeking a full time Research Associate 1 to work in Miami, FL. The Research Associate 1, SOM supports research activities for the assigned division by conducting laboratory experiments on assigned research projects. Moreover, the incumbent operates with the goal of advancing his/her expertise through continued education, training, and research.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
  
• Participates in the publication of significant results.
  
• Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
  
• Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
  
• Keeps abreast of current publications relative to methods, techniques, and developments within the area of research.
  
• Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens or tissue cultures.
  
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment.
  
• Performs a variety of routine assays, tests, and studies.
  
• Performs calculations to complete research test results, collects data, and performs statistical analysis of laboratory results.
  
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
  
• Verifies accuracy of research data and monitors data quality control
  
• Prepares and submits annual reviews to the Institutional Review Board (IRB)
  
• Notifies IRB of protocol amendments, safety reports and serious adverse events, etc. in compliance with applicable regulations
  
• Establishes patient/participant screening procedures with Principal Investigator and obtains relevant medical information from patient clinic charts/medical records
  
• Maintains logs/progress reports to track both currently enrolled as well as follow-up patients/participants, for internal and industry use as applicable
  
• Determines data to be collected and develops case report forms for collecting/summarizing data
  
• Maintains and assists clinical research computer database and enters data onto case reports and/or into database as appropriate
  
• Ensures data integrity and consistency in computer database and written records
  
• Completes corrections/queries required at audits/monitor visits and takes action to correct deviations as needed
  
• Establishes/maintains contact with patient participants, health care providers, community agencies and study sponsors
  
• Acts as a liaison between project teams, research partners, and funding agencies
  
• Updates appropriate agencies (such as sponsors, IRB, etc.) regarding current status of research projects
  
• Provides in-service education to staff and patients/participants about research protocols
  
• Maintains records for PI-initiated studies on ClinicalTrials.gov
  

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:

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required

Experience:

No prior experience required

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.
  

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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.

Job Status:
Full time

Employee Type:
Staff

Pay Grade:
A5

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