USAJOBS · 23 hours ago
Supervisory Research Health Science Specialist
Asheville, North Carolina, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $90K/yr
1+ years expThe Charles George VA Medical Center is seeking a Supervisory Research Health Science Specialist to oversee clinical research operations. The role involves supervising research specialists, managing clinical trials, and providing technical support for the VA Research Program.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Supervises Research Health Science Specialists working on studies in the CSP and Operational Studies Portfolio at the CGVAMC site
Provides technical and administrative supervision to a unit of GS7-GS11 Research Health Science Specialists
Oversees the daily operation of the unit, ensures that agency policies and priorities are being followed; develops performance standards; and evaluates work performance of subordinates
Interviews candidates for positions in the unit; recommends appointments, promotions, and reassignments to unit positions; identifies and provides for training needs; and finds ways to improve production or increase the quality of work within the area of authority
Manage implementation, control and reporting on clinical tests
Implement data collection and monitor protocols for difficult clinical research studies
Administer or monitor administration of tests and measurements required by project design
Record data from samples and specimens to ensure that all tracking data is organized and is monitored during the progress of the study
Identify test results and trends requiring further analysis
Maintain all study and regulatory records
Oversee, screen, and evaluate recruitment of candidates for clinical research studies via telephone and/or in person
Use objective rating techniques to identify potential candidates for participation in study where project design is complex
Oversee recruitment and enrollment of participants, providing information on study objectives and constraints
Perform informed consent process throughout the study and continuously educate participants on study processes and procedures
Assist supervisor with managing the routine, day-to-day activities, and administration of the project
Plan, develop, complete, and submit on time all required documentation/ paperwork/forms for initial and continuing human subject's review
Analyze processes and documentation to ensure compliance with all technical, regulatory requirements, and information safety regulations. Regularly review guidance, policies, and procedures to maintain regulatory compliance
Conduct quality assurance evaluations for project data and clinical research instruments, as applicable. Establish and monitor remediation plans to correct deficiencies
Performs a variety of duties to maintain specialized data and implement study design
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education
Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Subject to background/security investigation
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement
Basic Education Requirement: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree that included a major field of study or specific course requirements
In addition to the Basic Education Requirement, to qualify for the GS-12 level, you must meet one of the following requirements: Specialized Experience, Education, or Combination
You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Lead or Supervise, Meet deadlines, Reliability And Dependability, Troubleshooting
Preferred
Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in any science related field
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee.
Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience.
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