Research Assistant II

UNT Health Fort Worth; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TRS Eligible

On-site work

Job summary

A health research institution in Fort Worth is seeking a Research Assistant II to aid in administering clinical research studies and analyzing data. Candidates must possess at least a Bachelor’s degree with one year of relevant experience. This role requires strong knowledge of scientific research techniques, effective teamwork, and academic writing skills. Benefits are offered, and the work will be on-site, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• One year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical organizational infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the administration and monitoring of clinical research studies.
• Conduct face-to-face and/or telephone interviews with participants.
• Score interviews and perform statistical analysis.

Skills

Knowledge of scientific research techniques

Ability to work effectively with researchers

Academic writing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Title

Research Assistant II

Employee Classification

Research Assistant II

Campus

University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division

HSC-Div of Rsrch — Innovation

Sub‑Division / Department

HSC-Health Institutes & Centers

Department

HSC-Inst Translational Research-304700

Job Location

Fort Worth, TX

Salary

Commensurate with experience

FTE

1.000000

Retirement Eligibility

TRS Eligible

About the University of North Texas System

The UNT System comprises the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, UNT Dallas, UNT Dallas College of Law, and UNT Health Science Center at Fort Worth. With over 14,000 employees and 49,000+ students, the system delivers education and research in the Dallas‑Fort Worth region.

Department Summary

The Institute for Translational Research focuses on translating novel diagnostics and interventions to patients with neurodegenerative diseases, especially Alzheimer’s disease. The team performs bench‑top science, clinical research, community‑based studies, and clinical trials.

Position Overview

This role participates in the administration and monitoring of clinical research studies and/or clinical trials, analyzing and evaluating clinical data collected during research.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have the ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical organizational infrastructure related to the role.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of scientific research techniques, methods and procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with researchers, staff members, faculty, supervisors and students.
• Academic writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Data entry experience.
• Bilingual preferred.

Job Duties

• Conduct face‑to‑face and/or telephone interviews with participants following predetermined protocols and documentation standards.
• Participate in community recruitment and screening of research participants.
• Conduct neuropsychological testing in studies and projects.
• Score interviews, complete research protocols and perform statistical analysis.
• Coordinate data entry, merge files, complete quality‑control checks, and manage data quality.
• Administer functional research exams to participants.
• Perform administrative tasks such as preparing research materials and filing.
• Maintain accurate interview records, safeguarding confidentiality of subjects.

Physical Requirements

• Repetitive motions of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Sedentary work primarily involving sitting/standing.
• Lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Movement between work sites as needed.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (On‑site)

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of the application. Additional references can be added after submission.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. The System promptly investigates complaints and takes remedial action when appropriate.