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Research Associate II, Kinesiology and Applied Physiology
Job no : 501605
College / VP Area : College of Health Sciences
Work type : Staff
Location : Newark
Categories : Research & Laboratory, Full Time
Salary Structure
PAY GRADE : 29E
CONTEXT OF THE JOB :
The Vascular Function and Chronic Disease Laboratory at the University of Delaware, under the direction of Dr. Melissa Witman, is seeking a Research Associate II / Laboratory Coordinator, to support multiple investigations on cardiovascular function in humans. The Research Associate II will be an integral part of the research team. Primary duties include : study recruitment, study enrollment, coordination of study visits and travel to the research site, execution of data acquisition and data management including ultrasound imaging and assessments of cardiovascular function, handling and processing of human blood and urine samples, ordering and maintaining research equipment and general laboratory supplies, preparing and submitting protocols and annual reviews to regulatory bodies (IRB, NIH, etc.) and performing general lab maintenance and upkeep. The Research Associate should work independently to conduct research and make appropriate decisions under limited direction. Sufficient computer skills required as the candidate will maintain multiple databases, as well as entering and analyzing data. The Research Associate will interact with faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, administrators, as well as across multiple University departments, external vendors and other academic and clinical institutions. In addition, the Research Associate develops relationships with persons outside the University community to build research participation. This 2 ½ year position is supported by an externally funded grant (National Institutes of Health : R01HL155764) and continuation is contingent upon the availability of funding.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Oversees the recruitment of research participants through advertisements and interaction with clinical staff at local hospitals
- Assists with screening and scheduling of research participants for ongoing research studies / data collections. Coordinates research study visits including travel to the research site. Prepares essential materials for research participants and maintains open lines of communication. Coordinates the availability of investigators, core laboratories, and clinical staff
- Directs and executes data acquisition, entry, and analysis
- Implements and maintains an electronic data capture system to ensure data integrity, quality control, and protocol compliance
- Facilitates compliance with the informed consent process, as well as IRB policies and procedures, prepares documents for IRB review. Manages record retention process
- Promotes and provides direction as it relates to workplace safety.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
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