UNIV - Research Program Assistant - Psychiatry: ASD

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); South Carolina; Sur place; USD 38 000 - 61 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in South Carolina seeks a Program Assistant to support recruitment of research participants and data collection for addiction research projects within Psychiatry/Addiction Sciences.

The role includes conducting interviews, data entry, and maintaining study documentation in line with FDA/IRB guidelines, with standard 40-hour weeks and occasional extended hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and two years relevant program experience required.
• Bachelor's degree with math/statistics coursework may substitute for experience.
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, biology, nursing or related health care field preferred.
• Knowledge of computer-based information systems desirable.
• Ability to present information effectively in written and verbal form.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate and manage tracking of all research participants, including screening, recruitment, and scheduling.
• Conduct diagnostic interviews and document assessment data.
• Maintain documentation required by FDA/IRB/ sponsors and Good Clinical Practice.

Connaissances

Interviewing

Data entry

Documentation

Organization

Communication

Formation

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in psychology/biology/nursing or related field preferred

Outils

Computer-based information systems

Description du poste

Job Description Summary The candidate will assist the Principal Investigator in the recruitment of research participants, the collection of psychological research data, data entry and organizational tasks for studies being conducted in the Department of Psychiatry/Addiction Sciences Division. The candidate will work on research studies which focus on the study of and development of interventions for addiction. The program assistant will be directly involved in the collection of questionnaires, interview, laboratory, and other research data.

Entity Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Research Grant Cost Center CC001039 COM PSYCH Addiction Science CC Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade University-GEN06 Pay Range 37,944.00 - 49,266.00 - 60,690.000 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift

Job Description FLSA: Hourly Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm, early evening hours may be required occasionally.

Job Duties:

• 25% - The Program Assistant will coordinate and manage tracking of all research participants, which includes screening, recruitment, and scheduling of research participants. Manage scheduling of personnel for research study visits when necessary. Prepare tracking reports as needed and present status to the research team at weekly meetings.
• 20% - Performs interviews including diagnostic interviews consisting of structured clinical interviews and other related instruments and document participant assessment data in research records.
• 20% - Initiate and maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation as required by FDA, Institutional Review Board, study sponsors and Good Clinical Practice Guidelines in connection with research trials.
• 20% - Enters data into a computerized database and manage ongoing organization of patient data files.
• 5% - Scrutinize on an ongoing basis the effectiveness of study procedures and suggest changes in procedures when indicated.
• 5% - Maintains research supplies; monitors and arranges for periodic calibration of laboratory equipment.
• 5% - Performs other duties as assigned which may include handling saliva and blood, obtaining vital signs and assistance with data analysis.

Preferred Training & Experience

A high school diploma and two years relevant program experience. A bachelor's degree with mathematics and/or statistics courses may be substituted for the required work experience. A Bachelor's degree in psychology, biology, nursing or other natural life, or health care field preferred. Knowledge of computer-based information systems desirable. Ability to present information effectively in both written and verbal form.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirement s: A high school diploma and four years of relevant program experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required program experience.

Physical Requirement s: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Frequent) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and/or understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent) Ability to work in dusty areas. (Infrequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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