University of Missouri-Kansas City
Part time Research Aide, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, UMKC School of
University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
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57075 Location
Kansas City Full/Part Time
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Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine UMKC is rated R1 by the Carnegie Research Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY Are you interested in making a difference in your community? The Part Time Research Aide serves as a peer provider within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology's clinical research arm at the University of Missouri - Kansas City. This position offers the opportunity to support investigators with a clinical trial that aims to improve maternal health outcomes in Black pregnant women. No prior research experience is necessary as training will be provided. JOB DESCRIPTION Primary Duties and Responsibilities \ * Assists with m aintenance of records and files of work performed and visits completed/to be completed in computer databases. * Completes follow-up assessments and determinations of participants' progress in the study according to assigned schedules. * Serves as a stakeholder community expert for the study team; a ssist s with community outreach and advocacy with participants, including helping with barriers to care engagement. * May be responsible for multiple research studies simultaneously, acting as a liaison with the school, sponsoring agency, community and the study participants; as well as being responsible for following all phases of the study protocol as required by the sponsoring agency, university, and hospital to ensure compliance. * Performs other duties incidental to the work described herein. This is a 20 hours/week (.50 FTE) non-benefit eligible, unranked academic appointment,. The Research Aid reports to a research supervisor within the University of Missouri - Kansas City and a research coordinator within University Health. They also report to the PI of all projects they assist.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications * Effective communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. * High-school degree * Strong customer service skills * Commitment to maintaining participant confidentiality Preferred Qualifications * Lives within, is a community member within, or has experience with the community served by the project (i.e., Black pregnant women living in the Kansas City area) * Experience with research studies, preferably in clinic settings.
Application Materials
To be considered, you must complete the application at
www.umkc.edu/jobs
including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, and current contact information. Upload all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of references. If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu. For questions about the position, please contact
umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu
include the name of the position. Handling of Application Materials After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.
Application Deadline
Open until filled
Other Information
For more information about the School of Medicine, please visit: School of Medicine | University of Missouri-Kansas City
Benefit Eligibility
his position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
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Job ID
57075 Location
Kansas City Full/Part Time
Part-Time Add to Favorite Jobs
Email this Job
Hiring Department
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine UMKC is rated R1 by the Carnegie Research Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY Are you interested in making a difference in your community? The Part Time Research Aide serves as a peer provider within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology's clinical research arm at the University of Missouri - Kansas City. This position offers the opportunity to support investigators with a clinical trial that aims to improve maternal health outcomes in Black pregnant women. No prior research experience is necessary as training will be provided. JOB DESCRIPTION Primary Duties and Responsibilities \ * Assists with m aintenance of records and files of work performed and visits completed/to be completed in computer databases. * Completes follow-up assessments and determinations of participants' progress in the study according to assigned schedules. * Serves as a stakeholder community expert for the study team; a ssist s with community outreach and advocacy with participants, including helping with barriers to care engagement. * May be responsible for multiple research studies simultaneously, acting as a liaison with the school, sponsoring agency, community and the study participants; as well as being responsible for following all phases of the study protocol as required by the sponsoring agency, university, and hospital to ensure compliance. * Performs other duties incidental to the work described herein. This is a 20 hours/week (.50 FTE) non-benefit eligible, unranked academic appointment,. The Research Aid reports to a research supervisor within the University of Missouri - Kansas City and a research coordinator within University Health. They also report to the PI of all projects they assist.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications * Effective communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. * High-school degree * Strong customer service skills * Commitment to maintaining participant confidentiality Preferred Qualifications * Lives within, is a community member within, or has experience with the community served by the project (i.e., Black pregnant women living in the Kansas City area) * Experience with research studies, preferably in clinic settings.
Application Materials
To be considered, you must complete the application at
www.umkc.edu/jobs
including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, and current contact information. Upload all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of references. If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu. For questions about the position, please contact
umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu
include the name of the position. Handling of Application Materials After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.
Application Deadline
Open until filled
Other Information
For more information about the School of Medicine, please visit: School of Medicine | University of Missouri-Kansas City
Benefit Eligibility
his position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
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