Job Description

Full job description

Posting Number

req21139

Department

College of Nursing

Department Website Link

Visit the College of Nursing

Location

University of Arizona Health Sciences

Address

1305 N Martin Ave, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA

Position Highlights

Research Assistant needed to join the PARTO Study team at the University of Arizona College of Nursing!

We are seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to be a part of our cutting-edge NIH-funded project that is studying how to predict and prevent postpartum hemorrhage.

As a team member, you'll use your exceptional communication skills to engage and connect with a diverse group of study participants. Your strong ethical mindset and conflict-resolution skills will ensure professionalism and integrity throughout the research process. With your keen eye for detail, you'll contribute to accurate data collection and organization, utilizing your proficiency in REDCaP and Microsoft Office applications.

Flexibility is key in this role as you'll be engaged in participant recruitment and manage scheduling visits with multiple participants across both inpatient and outpatient settings as well as virtual visits. By being punctual and demonstrating excellent time management, you'll excel in both independent work and collaborative tasks.

This position requires the ability to travel to different clinical sites in Tucson and Phoenix and may require evening and weekend work related to study visits.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Recruitment: Assist with implementation of study participant recruitment strategies. Initiate and maintain contact with study participants. Screen potential study participants, ensuring they meet appropriate criteria for eligibility.
• Data Collection Visits: Schedule in-person visits with participants inpatient or outpatient settings. Meet with participants to administer study protocol, sample collections and questionnaires. Ensure collection of quality data while maintaining professional conduct in a clinical setting.
• Data Management Support: Maintain highly detailed and accurate records, organize data, prepare data for computer input and analyses. Abstract data as needed from clinical records using knowledge of medical and obstetric terminology.
• Administrative Support: Provide administrative support for research office including coordinating schedules, maintaining records and study supplies.
• Grant Activities Support: Assist senior personnel in preparation of materials for institutional review board approval (IRB), progress reports, grant submissions, scholarly presentations, and manuscripts.
• Other: Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with obstetric or women’s health medical terminology.
• An understanding of human subjects’ protocol and research involving older populations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skill required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Laboratory experience for supporting sample processing as needed or willingness to learn.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
• Experience working in clinical settings.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

To be Determined

Number of Hours Worked per Week

35 - 40

Job FTE

0.75 - 1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Research

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$18.15 - $22.69

Compensation Type

hourly rate

Grade

4

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.


The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum

$18.15

Grade Range Midpoint

$22.69

Grade Range Maximum

$27.23

Career Stream and Level

OC3

Job Family

Clinical Research

Job Function

Research

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

Elise Erickson | eliseerickson@arizona.edu

Open Date

11/12/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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