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University of Miami Research Assistant 1 (A) in Miami, Florida
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The Department of Medicine, Division of Hepatology has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Research Assistant. The Research Assistant will work within and support the Dr. David Goldberg Research Lab but will be responsible for working with Investigators in other divisions on collaborative sponsored research studies. Hours may fluctuate depending on clinic and procedure days; therefore, candidate must be flexible in hours.
Assists in the maintenance and preparation of clinical research participant binders according to study specific protocols, UM and department policies.
Helps obtain and transport patient specimens (blood, stool, biopsies, urine, saliva) to be stored and shipped to the central research laboratory.
Assists in ordering and maintaining stock of necessary supplies.
Assists in kit preparation for study visits per protocol. To include obtaining necessary supplies and printing study labels.
Assists in reminder calls and placing study orders in EMR for study participants per protocol.
Assists in preparing and sending study samples to labs that require same day shipping per protocol.
Support multiple liver disease and gastroenterology research studies by performing a variety of duties.
Assists in redacting medical records.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
Perform other duties as assigned by the PI.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Minimum Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent
One year of relevant experience.
Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes :
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
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.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
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Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
Pay Grade:
A1
