What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Assistant II (Rater) position at University of North Texas - Health Science Center?
Title: Research Assistant II (Rater)
Employee Classification: Research Assistant II
Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center
Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation
SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Institutes & Centers
Department: HSC-Inst Translational Research-304700
Job Location: Fort Worth
Salary: Commensurate with experience
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us - Values Overview:
Department Summary
The Institute for Translational Research is devoted to bringing novel diagnostics and interventions to patients and families suffering from neurodegenerative diseases, fostering translational research in neurodegenerative diseases at UNTHSC, and Create solutions for a healthier community. Our team spans basic "bench-top" science, clinical research, community-based research and clinical trials. Our translational approach is intended to foster discovery and expedite those discoveries toward the benefit of those suffering from brain disease. A particular emphasis of ITR is the development of personalized (or person-focused) medicine for Alzheimer's disease.
Position Overview
Participate in the administration and monitoring of clinical research studies and/or clinical trials. Analyze and evaluate clinical data gathered during research. Ensure compliance with protocol and overall clinical objectives.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and one year experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of scientific research techniques, methods and procedures.
- Ability to work effectively with fellow researchers, staff members, faculty, supervisors and students.
- Academic writing skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual English/ Spanish required
Required License/Registration/Certifications
- N/A
Job Duties:
- Conduct participant interviews in English and Spanish
- Conduct neuropsychological testing in English and Spanish
- Participate in community recruitment of research participant
- Data entry
- Scoring of interview and testing data
- QC of files and data collected
- Work with project coordinator to complete aspects of the research project and any other duties as needed
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8a-5p On-Site
Driving University Vehicle:
No
Security Sensitive:
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions:
N/A
Benefits:
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement:
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit - and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
