Details

　　Open Date 01/16/2024

　　Requisition Number PRN37450B

　　Job Title Research Dev Associate II

　　Working Title Research Dev Associate II

　　Job Grade F

　　FLSA Code Professional

　　Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

　　Standard Hours per Week 40

　　Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

　　Shift Day

　　Work Schedule Summary

　　Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Some earlier mornings and later evenings may be required.

　　VP Area U of U Health - Academics

　　Department 00931 - Ob/Gyn Research Network

　　Location Campus

　　City Salt Lake City, UT

　　Type of Recruitment External Posting

　　Pay Rate Range $47,600 to $84,249

　　Close Date

　　Open Until Filled Yes

　　Job Summary

　　The Obstetrics & Gynecology Research Network has an opening for a Research Development Associate for a social science research project in the health field. This individual will provide support for a large-scale grant funded project focusing on provider bias and stigma in connection with providing peri-delivery care to individuals with substance use disorder. The Research Associate will support the project leads in facilitation and organization of study tasks, including participant enrollment, follow up, and compensation, focus group and interview qualitative support and design and implementation of educational activities including logistics associated with project implementation. This role supports and implements a wide range of strategic, proactive, and capacity building activities designed to enable and enhance research and may include strategic research advancement, communication of research and research opportunities, enhancement of collaboration and team science, and proposal development.

　　Responsibilities

　　Essential Functions

　　Learn study protocol;Review and understand inclusion/exclusion criteriaAssist in participant enrollmentCarry out study eligibility screening of participantsRecruit and consent eligible participantsManages screening and enrollment logsExplain the study protocol and inclusion criteria to physicians, patients, and health care providers in person and by phone; ensure participant understanding of the protocolAssist PI’s with data pulls from our databases as needed, or facilitating statistical analysis support as needed with the biostatisticianGather, record and enter data from study participants into study databasesMaintain source documents, status reports, progress notes, and subject logs in accordance with HIPAA and GCP guidelinesWork with research teams and clinicians to meet enrollment goals and study deadlinesAssist in operational support including focus group and interview logistics (scheduling, space rental, recording, etc.)Assist in coding qualitative data from interviews and focus groupsSupport project reports and disseminationAttend team and study meetingsAssist in maintaining stocks of supplies, including facilitation and simulation suppliesSupport the design of educational activities for healthcare providersLiaison with project consultants including graphic designer, instructional designer, trainers.Work with confidential health information and complete the necessary trainings to do soProficient with all the duties and responsibilities of a Research Development Associate IServe as institutional representatives to the university community and external visitors and may provide information and analysis to support formal partnerships with external entities.Provide strategic advice on making proposals competitive by editing and reviewing proposal drafts and writing non-technical proposal components.Executes communication strategies to inform internal and external stakeholders of research operationsConvene and coordinate research interest groups; Organize and execute interdisciplinary community building activitiesDisclaimer

　　This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

　　Team Culture

　　Supports an inclusive, transparent and supportive work environmentReliable, displays a positive attitude, does not engage in gossip, supports the team and is flexibleCommunicates problems, issues and frustrations to supervisor and/or LeadershipUniversity of Utah Health Benefits Package

　　University of Utah Health is proud to offer a generous benefits package! Our healthcare plans include medical and dental coverage, prescriptions, basic vision coverage, and behavior health benefits. Employees are eligible for a discount of up to $40 per month on their premiums for participating in our Well-U Wellness Program. Our retirement plan includes automatic enrollment into our University-funded 401(a) plan with a contribution rate of 14.2% ! Additional benefits include half-off tuition for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children, University-provided Part I life insurance, and discounts through many retail vendors who have teamed up with the University. Visit our Benefits website for more information at www.hr.utah.edu/benefits .

　　Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

　　Nearly Continuously: Office environment.Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

　　Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.Minimum Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s degree + two years of related experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).

　　Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

　　Preferences

　　Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field. Successful candidates will be independent self-starters; be willing to learn study interview, research and assessment techniques; be willing to work outside of traditional work hours in order to recruit and interview participants; have excellent communication and organizational skills; work well with a team and be comfortable with computer databases; seek solutions to problems; invest in creating a sustainable infrastructure to support research; seek solutions to problems; be proactive in working on various protocols.

　　The ideal candidate will have:

　　A background in nursing, public health, or a related fieldFamiliarity with social science research methodsFamiliarity with human subjects research and study protocolsPrior experience interacting with patients in a clinical settingPrior experience with human-centered design and educational designExperience working in women’s healthPrior CITI , HIPAA , GCP and/or IATA trainingFamiliarity with REDCapType Benefited Staff

　　Special Instructions Summary

　　Additional Information

　　To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected] (%[email protected]) or call 801-581-2300.

　　The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

　　This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

　　The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

　　Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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