Job Type: Support Staff - UnionBargaining Unit: SSARegular/Temporary: RegularEnd Date if Temporary:Hours Per Week: 35.00Salary Range: $56,410.11-$56,410.11The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Summary
The candidate will work closely with an Assistant Professor of Neurology on multiple clinical research studies for Parkinson's disease, spanning genetic epidemiology, biomarkers, and brain bank donation. This role involves significant patient interaction and collaboration with physicians and administrator.
Responsibilities
The position involves many distinct roles and responsibilities that include, but are not limited to:
Screen charts, recruit and consent subjects (Parkinson's disease patients and healthy controls) in-person for multiple clinical research studies.Conduct clinical interviews with study patients using study-specific assessments, including vitals, review of medical history, and cognitive/neuropsychological testing.Accurately collect and enter data into electronic case report formsAnalyze data from Excel and SPSS databases; perform statistical/hypothesis testing and summarize key findingsOrganize and help digitize brain bank databaseCollect and process blood and other biological samples per diagnostic/experimental study protocolPerform IRB regulatory submissions: write and edit project summary protocols and consent forms; update the protocols for modifications and renewals when necessaryAssist with writing and editing manuscripts and grants as necessaryMinimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 1.5 years of related experience or equivalent in education, training and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing/cleaning databases and fluency with statistics are strongly preferred.Familiarity with Excel and SPSS is Preferred.Fluency in SpanishOther Requirements
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.Strong communication and interpersonal skillsMust attach resume and personal Statement/Cover letter including date available to start.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
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Minimum Salary: 31200.00Maximum Salary: 31200.00Salary Unit: Yearly