PS Research Assistant/Analyst

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Saturday and Sunday, 8:00am – 8:00pm. Some earlier start times and later evenings may be required. On-call for holidays and as needed to provide study coverage.

Department: VP Area, U of U Health - Academics

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment: External Posting

Pay Rate Range: $12.02 to $21.29

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Job Summary

The Obstetrics & Gynecology Research Network has an opening for a Research Assistant/Analyst. This individual will provide support for research projects ranging from internal chart reviews to large, industry and federally funded studies. This individual will work closely with our investigators, study coordinators, clinic and research teams to carry out protocols in various areas of women’s and newborn’s health.

Responsibilities

• Learn study protocols; assess for clarity and subject safety
• Review and understand inclusion/exclusion criteria
• Screen clinic schedules for potential study participants and healthy control participants
• Carry out study eligibility screening of patients in a clinical setting
• Recruit and consent eligible patients
• Explain the study protocol and inclusion criteria to physicians, patients, and health care providers in person and by phone; ensure participant understanding of the protocol
• Gather, record and enter data from study participants, charts, and EMR’s into study databases
• Maintain source documents, status reports, progress notes, and subject logs in accordance with FDA, HIPAA, and GCP guidelines
• Complete medical chart reviews
• Work with research teams and clinicians to meet enrollment goals and study deadlines
• Collect and process biospecimens and clinical measurements from study participants (phlebotomy training will be provided as needed)
• Assist in packaging and shipping of samples/biospecimens
• Report and track adverse events
• Document all protocol deviations, reconcile test article accountability at study close and prepare summary report for department and sponsor
• Attend team and study meetings
• Assist in maintaining stocks of supplies
• Work with confidential health information and complete the necessary trainings to do so
• Regulatory management and reporting
• Other duties as assigned

Team Culture

• Supports an inclusive, transparent and supportive work environment
• Reliable, displays a positive attitude, does not engage in gossip, supports the team and is flexible
• Communicates problems, issues and frustrations to supervisor and/or OB/WCSL Leadership

University of Utah Health Benefits Package

University of Utah Health is proud to offer a generous benefits package! Our healthcare plans include medical and dental coverage, prescriptions, basic vision coverage, and behavior health benefits. Employees are eligible for a discount of up to $40 per month on their premiums for participating in our Well-U Wellness Program. Our retirement plan includes automatic enrollment into our University-funded 401(a) plan with a contribution rate of 14.2%! Additional benefits include half-off tuition for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children, University-provided Part I life insurance, and discounts through many retail vendors who have teamed up with the University. Visit our Benefits website for more information at www.hr.utah.edu/benefits.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required

• Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

• Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
• Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a Social or Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, or a field related to the area of research, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); one year of experience in research and analytical techniques; demonstrated statistical and quantitative analysis experience; and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Preferences

Successful candidates will be independent self-starters; willing to learn study interview, research and assessment techniques; have excellent communication and organizational skills; work well with a team and be comfortable with computer databases; seeks solutions to problems; invested in creating a sustainable infrastructure to support research; seeks solutions to problems; proactive in working on various protocols.
The ideal candidate will have:

• Familiarity with clinical research and study protocols
• Prior experience interacting with patients in a clinical setting
• Experience with biospecimen collection and processing
• Prior CITI, HIPAA, GCP and/or IATA training
• Familiarity with REDCap
• A background in nursing, science, or a related field

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you available to work weekends?
  • Yes, Saturday and Sunday all day.
  • Yes, Saturday all day.
  • Yes, Sunday all day.
  • No, I am not available.

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
• Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169

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