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University of Maryland, Baltimore Clinical Research Assistant in Baltimore, Maryland
The University of Maryland, Baltimore Department of Neurosurgeryis seeking aClinical Research Assistant.The incumbent in this position is a member of the Department of Neurosurgery Clinical Research Team and provides essential support to clinical research activities by coordinating care, quality control, and data management. The department aims to excel and innovate in the clinical practice, science, and education of neurosurgery. We seek to achieve this by creating a platform and culture whereby all team members contribute to this mission and reach their full capacity for impact and fulfillment. Critical to our success is each team member’s alignment and demonstration of our shared values: • Patients First • Always Do the Right Thing • Leave It Better Than You Found It • Drive at Mastery* * BENEFITS (Exempt Regular): UMB offers a comprehensivebenefits packagethat prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous paid leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). /UMB is Ranked Among the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes 2022 & 2023./ // PRIMARY DUTIES • Responsible for assisting with the performance of research projects in a clinical setting, including recruitment of potential study subjects and collection and organization of data. • Assist with preforming data collection by conducting research interviews, reviewing medical charts, andaccessing computerized medical information systems. Assists with recruiting and screening subjects for research studies according to IRB approved protocols. • Assist in verifying participant eligibility; obtains consent and enrollment; and assures accurate demographic information for follow-up. • Assist with data analysis and interpretation, and the development of statistical reports of study data using descriptive statistics using SAS, STATA, and SPSSS software. Assists in developing, submitting, and providing content for grants, papers, abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations. Conducts and analyzes literature searches. • Assist the Principle Investigator and other research personnel in the development of research protocols and materials by providing study analysis and forming conclusions and recommendations. • Assist in performing administrative duties. Maintains communication with participants and colleagues regarding protocol specific information and research orders. May also assist with providing assessments and ensuring protocol compliance while participants are in a study. • Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS* * Education:Bachelor's degree in a scientific field of study related to the research of the clinicalsetting. Experience:Prior clinical research experience preferred. Other:May consider a combination of directly related experience and education. * *KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery. * *HIRING RANGE:$45,000 - $48,000 per year (Commensurate with education and experience) UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department atHRJobs@umaryland.edu. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit aUMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contactHRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Job: Reg or CII Exempt Staff* *Organization: School of Medicine - Neurosurgery *Title: *Clinical Research Assistant * Location: *null Requisition ID: 240000QK