HSC Research Associate at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

Job Description:

Extended Job Title

HSC Research Associate

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

512401 - Psychiatry Dept Lbk Genl

Position Description

Performs specialized work in the planning, conducting and/or supervising of original research at TTUHSC. Responsible for participating in, planning, scheduling and/or supervising research projects and the interpretation of the results for publication. Work is performed under general supervision with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.

Requisition ID

39565BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills.

Major/Essential Functions

Works closely with physician teams to further research projects in the department regarding children's mental health.  Department liaison with the Office of Clinical Research, Covenant IRB, and TTUHSC IRB.  Reports to research committee updates on research and scholarly activity projects.  Orient and instruct medical students involved in psychiatry research projects.  Work with faculty and residents to coordinate research by the Department. Ability to work with minimal supervision, prioritizing assignments according to the needs of the study or office. Multi-tasking and detail-oriented is essential. Able to type and has a working knowledge of MS Office-specifically MS Word, MS Outlook.
 

• Constantly maintains a professional rapport and upholds TTUHSC values throughout all interactions.


• Additional duties as assigned.


• Training in human subject research procedures, including confidentiality and consenting subjects, and training and certification in several assessment instruments and surveys.


• Implement study surveys and measures.


• Use electronic medical records for screening, scheduling for study visits and communicating with providers.


• Collect data, use data capture systems and complete reports.


• Interact with patient subjects, guardians/parents, providers and regulatory personnel.


• Attend regularly scheduled network, node, one-on-one and training meetings.


• Coordinate with department, node, interdepartmental and network personnel on anything related to the study.

Grant Funded?

Yes

Pay Grade Minimum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills.

Pay Basis

Hourly

Work Location

Lubbock

Campus

HSC - Lubbock

Department

Psychiatry Dept Lbk Genl

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.

Job Group

Research Staff

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree or specialized academic training beyond the Bachelor's level in a particular field of science or engineering equivalent to a Master's degree. One year research experience. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

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