Research Assistant at Clemson University in Clemson, South Carolina

Job Description:

Clemson University



Job ID:109477

Location:Brackett 418

Full/Part Time:Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:Temporary

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for setting up and shipment of study equipment and assessments, administering participant equipment tutorial, check-in and reminder study survey completion calls, administering psychosocial and behavioral surveys, collecting, entering and analyzing data, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements, and other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

40% - Essential - Research Participant Protocol Coordinator:
Sets up and ships the study equipment and assessments to participants. Implements the participant check-in and reminder study survey completion calls. Meets weekly goals of setting up study equipment, shipping equipment and administering calls (e.g., a tutorial to practice using equipment, administering
surveys, activity reminders such as instructions for returning study equipment and assessments). Completes data forms with high accuracy and attention to details.

40% - Essential - Data Collection Coordinator:
Collects, analyzes, and enters data for research studies and ensures quality control. Objectively and consistently administers psychosocial and behavioral surveys to participants. Establishes rapport with study participants and maintains contact with participants enrolled in the study. Facilitates, supports, and motivates study participants. Communicates with study participants to ensure adherence to study protocol.

10% - Essential - Quality Control and Compliance /Regulation Adherence:
Interprets rules and regulations pertaining to research to ensure compliance, consistency, and quality control in research projects. Recommends changes in procedures to facilitate protocol compliance as well as to locate, enroll, and track participants. May be asked to assist with recruitment to help the senior investigative team with enrollment goals including diversity goals, which may lead to travel and attendance of community events to distribute study information

5% - Essential - Training and Public Communication:
Ensures that documents are appropriately gathered and maintained, and IRB-, Good Clinical Practice-,and HIPAA regulations are followed. Trains assistants and volunteers who engage with study participants, gather and enter data. Composes and disseminates information on study activities to the senior research investigative team. Monitors compliance of study procedures with federal, state and university regulations.

5% - Essential - Works with minimal supervision. Plans, organizes, and coordinates multiple work assignments and establishes and maintains effective working relationships with others. Effectively and professionally communicates sensitive information and maintains confidentiality. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - 1st Bachelor's Degree - related to position
Work Exp 1+ years

At least 1 year research experience.

Proficient with Office 365 and Zoom software.

This position requires direct contact with vulnerable populations and requires medical clearances and vaccinations against COVID-19 or other diseases.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Work Exp 2+ years

Preferred education area: Psychology, gerontology, health or behavioral sciences, other related field.

Experience working on NIH-funded studies. Experience working with older adults and/or diverse populations. Experience with REDCap and Qualtrics. Possible experience with Mighty Networks, Monday.com, SPSS, R, and SAS.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises Student Workers only - Supervises Student workers only

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work Exp 2+ years

Preferred education area: Psychology, gerontology, health or behavioral sciences, other related field.

Experience working on NIH-funded studies. Experience working with older adults and/or diverse populations. Experience with REDCap and Qualtrics. Possible experience with Mighty Networks, Monday.com, SPSS, R, and SAS.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

5% - Overnight Travel

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hrs: 37.5, Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

December 27, 2024

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.

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