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The department of Medicine, division of Infectious Diseases, has an exciting opportunity for a temporary, part-time Research Assistant 1. The Research Assistant contributes with research investigators by providing research and experimentation support while following established protocols. Further, the Research Assistant performs a clerical role to ensure the smooth operations of office facilities.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

Sets up and operates various scientific apparatus and makes minor repairs.Prepares correspondence and answers phones.Formulates and maintains bibliographies and completes applications and forms.Orders laboratory supplies and maintains culture media reagents.Reviews and edits various materials for publication, and prepares publication schedules.Maintains appropriate logs, records, and study notebooks.Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent requiredMinimum 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.Commitment to the University’s core values.Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Department Specific Functions

Assists with study recruitment, screening, schedule participants, study visits and assessments activities of different research projects.                                                                                   Record research procedures and report results. Maintain and updated records, codes data for input electronic data processing inputs and retrieves data electronically.                                                 Performs various clerical duties including typing, answering phone calls, preparing, and maintaining bibliographies, and completing applications and forms. Maintains appropriate logs, records, and study notebooks.                                                                            Attends and participates in meetings, conferences, and training groups as requested.                          Perform inventory of clerical, clinical and laboratory supplies and prepare kits accordingly to the requirements of each study as needed.                                                                                        Reviews and edits various materials for publication and prepares publication schedules.Reviews the medical chart for patient’s vital signs, including weight, temperature, pulse rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure and any other data required by the study protocolsReviews the medical chart for patient’s vital signs, including weight, temperature, pulse rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure and any other data required by the study protocols

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:

Part time

Employee Type:

Temporary

Pay Grade:

A1