What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Services: Research Assistant position at UAB Health System?
The Department of Family Community Medicine is hiring for a Staff Research Assistant to work in their respective research labs. This position works on multiple ongoing research studies and it serves as the first point of contact for participants at UAB. Primary duties include completing community-based referrals, screening and enrolling participants, data collection, record keeping, and report preparation. Research studies include multiple NIH funded and pilot trials focused on health behavior change (e.g., alcohol use reduction/cessation, marijuana use reduction/cessation, opioid use reduction, and cardiovascular risk reduction). There are ample opportunities to be included on research publications. THIS IS NOT A BIOMEDICAL/BENCH SCIENCE LAB POSITION.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Data Collection. Completes informed consent procedures with study participants. Collects various forms of data (e.g., in person questionnaires, smartphone-based questionnaires) pertaining to smartphone and tablet-based research projects.
- Will visit criminal legal locations (e.g., drug court) to recruit and enroll participants who are involved in the criminal legal system. Driving to various community sites (Birmingham/Bessemer) to complete recruitment.
- Record Keeping. Meticulously follows study protocols. Maintains clear, concise, and consistent logs of reported issues and work performed.
- Literature Research. Conducts literature reviews for planned and ongoing studies.
- Report Preparation. Prepares various reports containing descriptive, analytical, and evaluative content that may be submitted for publication.
- Collaboration. Collaborates with research team members.
- Material Presentation. Presents study updates and other research materials to the principal investigators and other team members. As Needed. Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.
Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in a Biological Science, Chemistry, or Physical Science or related field, AND: 12 months research laboratory experience. Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months equivalent experience in lieu of the Bachelor's Degree for a total of 60 months research experience. Skills: Pays close attention to detail. Time management; strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks/projects. Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Outlook, and Excel. Excellent typing skills.
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