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University Of Nebraska Medical Center

Clinical Research Associate I

University Of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska, us, 68197

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UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location Omaha, NE

Position Summary The Clinical Research Associate will work at the Mind & Brain Health Labs (MBHL, Department of Neurological Sciences) with the principal investigator and research team to coordinate, develop, and conduct clinical research projects aimed at improving patient health, disease treatment, and quality of life in individuals who are aging or have neurological, psychiatric, physiologic, or other medical disorders. Will assist with clinical research projects from start to finish to support successful communication, coordination, regulatory and protocol compliance, and work across a diverse, multidisciplinary team to meet project goals. See

unmc.edu/mbhl

for more information on MBHL.

Initial Application Review Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required Qualifications

Education : High School education or equivalent

If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)

Experience : 3 years of related healthcare, laboratory and/or clinical research experience (or equivalent) with experience related to healthcare, laboratory and/or clinical research. Will consider three years related post high school education/experience.

License : Valid Driver’s License

Computer Applications : Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Legally and safely drive a vehicle. Safely identify and respond to driving safety events/concerns.

Adhere to detailed protocols and guidelines independently with accuracy and quality.

Self-review and monitor work for quality, task needs, and timeline adherence, including effectively reporting and addressing of issues.

Problem‑solving skills and ability to find solutions to problems.

Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively/professionally with diverse teams in demanding environments.

Able to maintain professional working relationships and demonstrate patience, empathy and responsiveness with individuals who have a range of age or disease‑related impairments.

Preferred Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Preferred Experience:

2 years of experience working in a laboratory, research, or clinical setting.

Experience with human subjects research/regulations/study conduct, participant recruitment, data collection, and test administration/evaluation or experience working with patients in clinical or other settings, including clinical evaluation/exams, HIPAA, and medical records.

Experience working with elderly, patient, and impaired populations.

Preferred License: No

Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Statistical knowledge and training (descriptive statistics, data visualization, significance testing) and knowledge of research design/data analysis.

Computer skills including advanced Microsoft Office Excel knowledge (e.g., formulas, macros, graphing), Adobe Photoshop, medical records (EPIC/OneChart), research databases (REDCap), and general computer/IT technical troubleshooting ability/knowledge.

Programming ability, particularly statistical programming (R, Python).

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Application Questions

* Do you have a high school education or equivalent?

Yes

No

* Do you have experience related to healthcare, laboratory and/or clinical research?

Yes

No

* If you do have experience related to healthcare, laboratory and/or clinical research, please elaborate (If No, Indicate NA). (Open Ended Question)

* Do you have a valid driver’s license?

Yes

No

* Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint?

Yes

No

* How did you hear about this position?

Careerlink

Employee Referral

HERC

Indeed

Job Fair

Lincoln Journal Star

LinkedIn

Omaha World Herald

UNMC Job Site

Facebook

NEWorks

Handshake

Other

* If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA. (Open Ended Question)

* Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?

Yes

No

Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402‑559‑4070 or

jobs@unmc.edu

to request an accommodation.

For questions regarding application, please contact UNMC Staffing at

jobs@unmc.edu .

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