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University of Miami

Research Support Specialist

University of Miami, Miami, Florida, us, 33222

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Research Support Specialist to work at the UHealth medical campus in Miami, Fl. Core Job Summary The Research Support Specialist performs a variety of duties involved in the collection, compilation, and documentation of research data related to the assigned research studies. The incumbent also assists with the implementation of daily study activities and provides statistical support to these activities. Core Job Functions

Research, collects, analyzes, and synthesizes data and maintains databases. Conducts quality assurance checks, reports on the status of research activities, and submits monthly activity logs for protocol. Organizes and coordinates community working group meetings for protocol activities. Serves as primary point of contact for community partners and supervises and oversees research data collection at protocol venues in the community. Reviews study progress identifies areas of opportunity, and recommends solutions. Prepares and updates study research procedures manuals. Assists with the preparation of grant proposals by processing regulatory documents for all institutions and offices involved. Contributes to the publication and presentation of significant results and writes and edits material for publication and presentation. Maintains research files and responds to phone calls on the research study phone line. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. Core Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required Experience: No previous experience required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment. Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications. Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders. Department Specifics

Perform all recruitment related aspects of the day-to-day conduct of the study including screening phone calls and the pre-screening of medical records Determine potential patient eligibility through medical records including community and internal recruitment sources, and assist in retention/follow-up efforts. Provide research support to the Principal investigator and project director. Assist with the maintenance of databases (e.g., scheduling, follow-up), and tracking participants. Assist with data coding, cleaning, and entry, maintaining participant data files and general data management functions. Ensure adherence to protocol, training, quality control, and implementation of study procedures. Assist in report preparation (e.g., tracking recruitment site, refusal, exclusions, etc.), Assist with collection/transport of blood samples to designated laboratories. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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