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The SCCC Research Support Specialist performs a variety of duties involved in the collection, compilation, and documentation of research data related to assigned research studies. Works closely with the faculty investigator and the primary investigator in the implementation of daily study activities. Provides statistical support for research projects.
• Researches and collects data, maintains databases, interprets, synthesizes, and analyzes data using scientific or statistical techniques; conducts quality assurance checks with research data manager; reports on status of research activities and submits monthly activity logs for protocol.
• Assists in the organization and coordination of community working group meetings for protocol activities including the development of protocol timelines, meeting agendas, resource materials, and oral presentations for study-related work; serves as primary point of contact for community partners; supervises and oversees research data collection at protocol venues in the community.
• Collaborates with faculty investigators to successfully administer the study protocols, reviews study progress and recommends solutions to faculty investigators; prepares weekly progress reports for presentation and review at team meetings, and coordinates research team meetings with the assistance of the faculty investigators and principal investigator.
• Implements day-to-day project activities including the preparation of research reports and the participation in dissemination activities; prepares study research procedures manual.
• Assists with the preparation of grant proposals by processing regulatory documents for all institutions and offices involved, including IRB, JHS, CTO, and UMH.
• Contributes to the publication and/or presentation of significant results; writes and edits material for publication and presentation.
• Conducts data entry, maintains research files and responds to phone calls on the research study phone line.
This list of duties and responsibilities is notintended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other
duties or responsibilities as necessary.
COREQUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
Experience: Minimum 2 yearsof relevant experience
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
•Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
•Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
•Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
•Ability to understand and follow instructions
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
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Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
Pay Grade:
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