Posting Details
Position Information Posting Number PG194683TM Position Number 48JM119 Position Type Temporary Essential Job Duties Job Description :
This position will serve as Research Assistant within the Institute for Trauma Recovery in the Department of Psychiatry.
The Institute for Trauma Recovery seeks to advance understanding of trauma recovery and develop interventions that improve recovery.
The foundation of our success is our fantastic team of faculty and staff. Our team believes that achieving new discoveries for trauma survivors around the globe, via observational studies and randomized controlled trials, is an extremely meaningful and satisfying way to spend one’s professional life.
We work to place the trauma survivor at the center of all of our decisions and to serve them through our work. We continuously work to create a community where our team members serve trauma survivors and actualize their career growth and individual leadership potential.
The Research Assistant assists with the execution of study protocols, including screening and recruiting study participants, conducting study visits, and collecting, entering, and reviewing study data.
Is Time Limited Yes If Yes, Appointment Length 11 months Department Information Job City & State Chapel Hill, NC Department System Information Classification Title Temporary-Technical / Paraprofessional Working Title UTS-Temporary Research Assistant at UNC Chapel Hill
Position Information
Requirements and Preferences Work Schedule Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm Other Work / Responsibilities The primary purpose of this position is to support the PIs, Institute Managing Director, Research Project Manager, and lead coordinators on several current and pending research projects.
Duties will include supporting the lead coordinator with study start-up activities, assisting in conducting study activities, tracking patients in the study, conducting telephone surveys with enrolled participants, screening potentially eligible patients and consenting patients, as well as maintaining accurate and updated manuals of procedures for the studies.
Minimum Experience / Education
Required : Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to work and communicate with diverse populations effectively and professionally.
Ability to work independently as well as function as part of a team. Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Specialized knowledge in clinical research principles. Ability to problem solve and resolve quality control issues by changing processes.
Department Required Skills
Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to work and communicate with diverse populations effectively and professionally.
Ability to work independently as well as function as part of a team. Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Specialized knowledge in clinical research principles. Ability to problem solve and resolve quality control issues by changing processes.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Required License or Certification N / A Valid NC Driver's License required?
Yes Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Recruitment
Recruitment Details Anticipated Hiring Range $25.00 an hour Recruitment Dates Job Open Date 10 / 09 / 2024