Job Information
University of Utah JR CRC in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 09/04/2024
Requisition Number PRN39768B
Job Title PS Research Associate
Working Title JR CRC
Job Grade A00
FLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00965 - Occ. Environmental Health
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $36,000 to $55,000 (DOQ)
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
Coordinates the implementation, quality control and completion of a COVID -19 study funded by Novavax. Assists the Principal Investigator (PI) in establishing and accomplishing study objectives, and ensures recruitment and follow-up of the study participants throughout the course of the studies. Oversees study management, including administrative, personnel and technical functions of the research programs. Obtains participant consent and reports and tracks adverse events and protocol deviations. Applies statistical analyses to research projects for the purpose of effectively collecting and reporting data. Is involved in the writing of manuscripts and grants. Assists in critiquing the literature, conducting quality checks, and grading the body of evidence. Organizes site visits made by sponsors.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Office Location: 250 S 200 E Salt Lake City, UT
Responsibilities
Prepares, submits, and maintains IRB , CDC , NIOSH and other regulatory documents and research correspondence.
Monitors protocol compliance and audits documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Assists in the development of research protocols, policies and procedures for the research site as well as educational materials and scientific publications.
Coordinates site visits made by sponsors during the course of and at the close of the study.
Coordinates and performs responsibilities related to research participants, including recruiting subjects, scheduling visits, screening subjects, obtaining informed consent, and overseeing study visits.
Assists in coordinating data collection and compiling study data from the other Universities to analyze the data for the entire study at the University of Utah.
Recognizes, tracks, and reports adverse events and protocol deviations.
Modifies protocols to prevent further deviations or adverse events.
Develops and maintains informational databases regarding study protocol and patient data.
Follows up with study participants and acts as the liaison between physicians, sponsors, patients, employers, and others associated with the study.
Assists in performing calculations to ensure the correctness and appropriateness of the results.
Utilizes existing statistical or mathematical routines, or develops programs for new techniques so that appropriate analysis of study data may be performed.
Communicates technical electronic problems/solutions to investigators and research directors in technical or non-technical languages as to be understood.
Assists in maintaining all details associated with the process of research studies and assists investigators in establishing and accomplishing study objectives.
Contacts potential study subjects to determine their eligibility based on protocols (screening, enrollment, consent forms, and questionnaires).
Encourages strong candidates to participate in the study and secures health history information.
Assists in maintaining study records and documents in compliance with protocols and federal, state, and University regulations and guidelines.
Assists in facilitating communication regarding study procedures and results with research participants, referring physicians, and other researchers.
Oversees on-site study activities to ensure the effective follow-through of study protocols.
Designs documents and devices to expedite data collection.
Writes computer programs to perform electronic administration of questionnaires and structured interviews.
Assists in maintaining validity of data and test results; verifies accuracy of data.
May assist PI in exploring the possibility of initiating study activities at other sites.
Coordinates with other study sites to solve problems and ensure uniformity of data collection and study performance.
Counsel participants on study requirements and answers questions.
Problem Solve.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Often: Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids), hazards (includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals).
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of University RATS Clinical Certification within one year of hire required.
Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required. Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA , HIPAA and IRB regulations; an understanding of research procedures; and the ability to function independently is preferred.
Departments may require IRB CITI Course or IATA DGR training within a specified timeframe.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Bachelors degree in a health sciences or related field with two years professional research experience.
A Master’s of Science degree in public health or related field or equivalency; one years of direct scientific research in occupational medicine research or study coordination related experience or COVID -19 research; and familiarity with theoretical and practical non-standard statistical techniques.
Working knowledge of computer systems and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
Experience in analytical methods to include qualitative and quantitative analysis of cross sectional, case-control, and cohort data.
Knowledge regarding Center for Disease Control and Prevention ( CDC ), and Institutional Review Board ( IRB ) requirements.
Experience conducting exhaustive literature searches and summarizing randomized controlled trials.
Experience with best practice guideline construction.
Knowledge of SAS and STATA statistical software programs and Endnote citation software.
A strong epidemiological and statistical background is preferred.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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