PS Research Associate

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

Job description

We are looking for a Research Assistant interested in working with a diverse research team. We have some flexibility to work around your school schedule. Our research assistants work as part of a team which includes physicians, PhDs, and graduate students on hypothesis testing research projects. This position is specific for a COVID-19 study funded by Novavax. We can teach you any of the necessary skills as long as you are willing and eager to learn. Come to gain hands-on experience in hypothesis-driven COVID-19 research in a friendly and challenging environment.

This position is considered Category I: Mandatory and required on campus or health care facilities to support on-site operations. Employees hired into this category will be required to be physically located at the Rocky Mountain Center for Occupational and Environmental Health if they are healthy and without COVID-19 symptoms.

Office Location: 250 S 200 E Salt Lake City, UT
This job is expected to end 12/31/2024.

Responsibilities:

• Compiles data from a variety of sources including interviews, questionnaires, literature sources, and medical and genealogical records; screens and enrolls study participants; coordinates study visits; assembles specimen kits; collects, ships, and/or stores specimens; follows up with participants; enters information into the department’s computer system.
• Assists PIs, Research Associates, Post-doctoral fellows, etc. in the preparation of manuscripts and presentation materials by creating slides, charts, graphs, and handouts.
• Maintains up-to-date files and records of research data.
• Searches sources such as reference works, documents, statistical records, etc. and evaluates applicability of collected data to research subject.
• May draft correspondence to answer inquiries and respond to requests from outside agencies about specific projects.
• May edit research papers, project reports, and publication materials; may make arrangements for the printing and graphic art requirements for printed materials.
• May maintain an internal library on project information resources and data collected.
• Performs quality control through path audits in order to resolve discrepancies and overlaps with data. Schedules appointments, visits, and meetings.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:

• Nearly Continuously: Mostly work from home environment; 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:

• Six months research experience or equivalency; demonstrated organizational and communication skills.
• Commitment to provide excellent customer service preferred.
• An understanding of research protocols and procedures preferred.

Special Instructions Summary:

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.

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

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Required Documents:

• Resume

Optional Documents:

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

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