Research Assistant at University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida

Job Description:

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Research Assistant to work in the UHealth Campus.

Core Job Summary

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.

The Research Assistant will participate in the research activities of the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at the Miller School of Medicine within the Department of Medicine. The individual will work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI). This includes sample collection, analysis of data sets, lab collaboration and production of academic journal articles.

Core Responsibilities:

• 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

Department Specific Functions

• Recruitment capabilities and the screening of potential patients/subjects for eligibility to the study. This may include gathering information from the medical record, physician referral, advertisement and directly scheduling a visit to evaluate the patient/subject.


• Demonstrates critical judgment to maintain the integrity of the research protocol without compromising patient safety.


• Demonstrates appropriate skills relating to the execution of research protocols, such as determining eligibility, exclusion criteria, identifying need for modifications and adverse responses.


• Prepare NIH and IRB applications.


• Assist in the development of recruitment strategies and promotional materials.


• Assist with the informed consent process and ensure that the patient/subject fully understands what is required of them throughout the study.


• Create and maintain participant charts & coordinate participant appointments.


• Collects, organizes and maintains source documentation.


• Ensure protocol is being followed as approved by the IRB.


• Participate in research activities by assisting in the collection of data, initiating research under supervision as appropriate.


• Interact with patient/subject and families in a courteous and professional manner. Be consistent and regularly follow through with your patient/subjects reminding them of visits and compliance. Extend this courteous and professional manner to staff within the School of Medicine and the Medical Center staff.

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 required


• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience


• 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.

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:Full time
Employee Type:Staff
Pay Grade:A1 Apply Now