UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences · 8 hours ago
Research Associate I
Little Rock
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expThe University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. The Research Associate I will oversee study coordination, training of new team members, and contribute to data collection for assigned research projects.
EducationHealth CareNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Overseeing other staff and/or student trainees in executing project activities, including data collection
Overseeing the training activities of new staff members and trainees. Coordinates hiring, training, and supervising qualified site study staff
Will serve as the direct supervisor of research assistants, meeting staff individually as well as in a group on a regular basis
Communicates regularly with and oversees the work of staff to ensure ongoing protocol adherence
Supervises the collection, processing, and shipment of study biological assessments
Helps develop coordinates the creation and maintenance of local Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Manages site resources and assigns duties to study staff to ensure smooth implementation of protocols following regulatory guidelines
Monitors recruitment and retention rates, providing weekly status updates to the PI and sub-I’s
Monitors site data quality
Follows up on monitoring action items and coordinates additional training as needed
Ensures that supplies needed to conduct the trials, including the study investigational product, are adequate and appropriately maintained. Leads weekly team meetings
Work closely with the PI and study statisticians on analyses of datasets, including assisting with data quality control, data handling, assisting with statistical analyses, and preparing materials for publications
Using detailed interview questionnaires collects data for research studies; monitors the information for eligibility for the specific protocol as well as accuracy and completeness prior to examination by the investigators and/or sponsoring agency
Interviews may be conducted in person at the research office location, by videoconference, by telephone, or by mail
Schedules potential study participants with appropriate clinical staff according to the requirements of the protocol
Provides reminder calls to ensure participants attend all study visits
Makes follow-up contact with participants to obtain missing or questionable data and participant tracking information
Complete case report forms according to protocols
Collects, codes & enters study information into the assigned database
Assists in data compilation
Resolves data queries within data base with assistance from the coordinator and PI
Maintains records & study information, prepares reports and summaries as needed
Perform venipuncture and processing of biological specimens (i.e., blood, urine, saliva) under the supervision of medical personnel
Perform vital signs (blood pressure and pulse), height, and weight
Performs initial contact with prospective research participants, explains research protocols, and reviews consent forms
Collects prescreening information packet, which will assist in the enrollment of participants in the appropriate study
Assist in the creation and distribution of advertising materials (brochures, posters, flyers) to UAMS, PRI, and community partners
Meet with community partners (social workers, community mental health workers) to describe research studies
Assist in achieving enrollment goals for all active research studies
Maintains complete and accurate records and files pertaining to one or more research studies
Maintain detailed records of patient visits and procedures
Ensures that completed interview questionnaires are complete, legible, and accurate in accordance with research protocols and FDA regulations
Design forms, worksheets, and study questionnaires specific to study protocols for evaluation and documentation
Assists with sponsor monitor visits
Assists with UAMS or sponsor IRB submission, modifications, and annual renewals
Assists in the preparation and submission of grant proposals and reports any problems to the principal investigators
Reviews literature for related research developments and compiles findings
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in biology or behavioral sciences (psychology, sociology, health sciences), plus five (5) years of research-related experience required
Preferred
Certified Research Specialist Certification (CRS) and completion of Collaborative Institutional Training Institute (CITI) preferred
Benefits
Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Company
UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
UAMS is the state’s only comprehensive academic health center, with colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Health Professions and Public Health; a graduate school; a hospital; a northwest Arkansas regional campus; a statewide network of regional centers; and seven institutes: the Winthrop P.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.65MKey Investors
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesNational Cancer Institute
2023-03-16Grant· $1M
2022-08-25Grant· $3.4M
2022-06-23Grant· $1.25M
Leadership Team
Amanda George
Vice Chancellor for Finance & Chief Financial Officer
Christina Clark
Chief Operating Officer
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