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University of Miami · 9 hours ago

Research Support Specialist (A)

Miami, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

The University of Miami is seeking a full-time Research Support Specialist to support federal and state-funded research projects focused on firefighter health and safety. The role involves data collection, analysis, and coordination of research activities in collaboration with community partners.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Researches, collects, analyzes, and synthesizes data and maintains databases

Conducts quality assurance checks, reports on the status of research activities, and submits monthly activity logs for protocol

Organizes and coordinates community working group meetings for protocol activities

Serves as primary point of contact for community partners and supervises and oversees research data collection at protocol venues in the community

Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures

Collects and analyzes data, ensures accurate written and computerized records

Records research procedures and results; maintains records, codes data for electronic data capture

Responsible for lab housekeeping duties, such as stock lab consumables, maintain sample biorepository

Collect and enter data into data repositories

Process and store research and environmental samples

Design, build, and maintain REDCap projects including case report forms, surveys, longitudinal setups, and user rights; ensure compliance with IRB and institutional requirements

Generate and deliver reports through REDCap dashboards and exports, including routine and ad-hoc summaries for investigators, administrators, and sponsors

Work with study coordinator to get informed consent

Assist with collection and administration of surveys in the field both in the State of Florida and nationally

Assists in maintaining /logs progress reports to track both currently enrolled as well as follow-up participants

Organizes/schedules investigator meetings and fire service site recruitment and data collection

Complete assignments accurately and with attention to detail

Prepares analytical reports relative to research data

Monitors progress of research projects and coordinates information between research team

Work with senior scientist(s) optimize field data collection protocols and troubleshoot issues

Prepare and deliver concise presentations to internal peer review groups and external firefighter stakeholders

Commitment to the University’s core values

Operates and maintains and adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets

Execute the plan developed for collection of protocol specific subject specimens, i.e. blood specimen, tissue samples, etc. as per protocol. Works closely with research coordinators to ensure that specimens are collected as required

Qualification

REDCapData analysisResearch coordinationPhlebotomyProject Management ProfessionalMedical terminologyInterpersonal skillsAttention to detailCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in research, community-based settings, etc. or study coordination is required

Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail

High-level interpersonal skills are required

Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines

Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion

Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary

Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment

Excellent English oral and written communication skills and strong computer skills are required

Knowledge of medical terminology

Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Commitment to the University's core values

Preferred

Project Management Professional (PMP) experience

Phlebotomy experience

REDCap experience

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Tuition remission

Company

University of Miami

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At UM you'll join a diverse and energized academic community.

Founded in 1925

Coral Gables, fl, US

5001-10000 employees

http://miami.edu

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