Research Associate 3 SOM at University of Miami in Miami, Florida

Job Description:

Current Employees:



If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet.



Department Specific Functions



The SCCC Research Associate 3 position is part of the Behavioral Community Based Research Shared Resource (BCSR). The Research Associate 3 will provide professional level support and coordination for research and administrative related activities. The incumbent will implement day-to-day tasks related to research protocols and office support to facilitate the efficient operations of BCSR. This is an onsite opportunity in Miami, FL.



Primary Responsibilities:

• Establishes patient/participant screening procedures with Principal Investigator and collects data from patient charts, medical records, interviews, questionnaires, diagnostic tests and other sources.


• Organizes and handles the flow of information to and from study participants, including study participant contact information.


• Establishes/maintains contact with patient/participants, health care providers, community agencies and study sponsors.


• Recruits, consents, and enrolls research participants. Maintains consent forms and all other study documentations and correspondences.


• Maintain reporting needs as established by the IRB, HIPAA, HSRO, DSMC, and funding/sponsored agencies as needed including continuing reports, amendments, reportable events, and deviations.


• Perform electronic medical chart reviews upon participation enrollment and completion using EPIC/CERNER and update VELOS with participants status.


• Perform screening interviews, conduct and/or coordinate focus groups and behavioral interventions, and administer survey instruments related to specific research projects.


• Schedules appointments and updates calendars.


• Maintains logs/progress reports to track enrolled participants.


• Maintains and manages databases; enters data appropriately. Ensures data integrity and consistency in computer database and written records. Maintains consent forms, all other documentations and sponsor correspondences.


• Prepares monthly enrollment reports.


• Plans meetings and takes detailed minutes, as needed.


• Responsible for ordering and maintaining stock of necessary supplies for projects and office.


• Assists in any administrative related activities including time accounting and billing in a timely and accurate manner.

• Able to accommodate a changing work schedule and travel to different locations in the Tri-County area.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Excellent English skills (both oral and written) required. Spanish speaking skill is also preferred.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's Degree in relevant field (Public Health, Psychology, Health Education).


Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, some research 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


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:

Staff



Pay Grade:

A7 Apply Now