Research Associate - Faculty

Job Description Summary

This individual will have responsibilities with the Department of Health Science and Research. This individual will be supervised by Dr. Kautz.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC000222 CHP - HS&R Admin

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

 

 

I.    GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This individual will have responsibilities with the Department of Health Science and Research.  This individual will be supervised by Dr. Kautz.

 

 

II.  SCOPE of ASSIGNED DUTIES

1.     Research Performance

·      Performs routine and experimental procedures in accordance with an approved human subject protocol.

·      Strictly adheres to the study protocol including, when required, subject randomization and/or delivery of treatment without knowledge of factors that could potentially bias the study outcomes.

·      Documents initial findings, treatment or other activities in which the subjects participate, interval assessments, and follow-up evaluations. 

·      Keeps required study documentation current and in an approved format.

·      Participates in all aspects of data analysis.

·      Participates in interdisciplinary meetings of the project team and research team.

·      Assists in preparation of research proposals, IRB documentation, and/or scientific publications.

·      Initiates ideas for improvement of the performance of research studies.

·      Accepts suggestions for improvement of methodology.

·      Actively recruits subjects for participation in research studies.

     

2.     Research Clinic Management

·      Manages time and schedules subjects to allow for unforeseen situations.

·      Evaluates potential research subjects to determine whether they fulfill research study criteria.

·      Identifies specific physical and psychosocial problems that would impair a subject's ability to participate as required by the experimental protocols.

·      Performs ongoing assessment of the subjects.  Recognizes indications of subject's intolerance of procedures, unanticipated rate of progress, significantly altered physical/mental status, or undesirable secondary effects of study participation.

·      Terminates activities when tolerance is impaired.

·      Works effectively with subjects, family, treatment team members and other health care providers in coordinating study participation with clinical services.

 

3.     Research Administration

·      Maintains and submits accurate records of time and activities.

·      Maintains supplies.

·      Provides a safe and hazard free environment for subjects and co-workers.

·      Reports all safety hazards and faulty equipment.

·      Develops evaluation forms, procedural manuals, and data collection documents.

·      Understands and adheres to laboratory and applicable hospital policies and procedures.

·      Performs duties of other research staff during staff absences and arranges work coverage during planned absences.

·      Establishes and maintains effective, courteous and cooperative relationships and communication with subjects, subjects family and co-workers.

·      Utilizes appropriate, effective instructor/learner interaction techniques to assure a positive learning atmosphere when engaged with students.

 

 

 

III. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

·      Individual must be a citizen of the United States or meet federal and state requirements for employment at MUSC.

·      Must have a clinical doctorate, or a doctoral degree in a related field.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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