Research Assistant

Clemson University; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Clemson University’s Institute for Engaged Aging is seeking a Temporary Grant staff member to recruit and screen older adult participants, obtain informed consent, conduct behavioral assessments, collect and analyze data, and ensure regulatory compliance.

There may be outreach activities and potential phlebotomy duties, including blood collection, processing and shipping, with travel between Greenville and Seneca, SC. This is a staff position located in South Carolina.

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The position is a staff role in Clemson University’s Institute for Engaged Aging, with a dynamic team dedicated to the Institute’s mission to find and share the best ways to support

and enrich the lives of older adults through research, education and community outreach. Responsible for: recruiting and screening older adult participants; administering informed consents, behavioral assessments, and study interventions; collecting, entering and analyzing data; ensuring compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements; and possible outreach activities.

May also include possible phlebotomy duties including safely collecting, processing, storing, and shipping blood specimens; maintaining sterile equipment; and following all safety and study protocols.

Other duties as assigned. This position is located in SC and will be either Greenville or Seneca, with travel between sites.

JOB DUTIES:

Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.

Supervises student workers only.

Essential Personnel Level: Normal Operations - Level 0

No fiscal responsibility for the department’s budget

JOB CODE:

ED60

EMPLOYEE TYPE:

Temporary Grant (TGP) Staff

The position is a staff role in Clemson University’s Institute for Engaged Aging, with a dynamic team dedicated to the Institute’s mission to find and share the best ways to support and enrich the lives of older adults through research, education and community outreach. Responsible for: recruiting and screening older adult participants; administering informed consents, behavioral assessments, and study interventions; collecting, entering and analyzing data; ensuring compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements; and possible outreach activities. May also include possible phlebotomy duties including safely collecting, processing, storing, and shipping blood specimens; maintaining sterile equipment; and following all safety and study protocols. Other duties as assigned. This position is located in SC and will be either Greenville or Seneca, with travel between sites.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB KNOWLEDGE

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

WORKING CONDITIONS:

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours:

37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

Expected Salary Range

46206 - 46206

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson’s compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL:

JOB LOCATION:

Seneca, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Open until filled.

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

Military Equivalency:

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

Veteran Preference:

South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.