UNIV - Research Program Assistant - Psychiatry: Addiction Sciences Division

Job Description Summary

The candidate(s) will primarily work on a research studies funded by the National Institutes of Health that are focused on treatment for tobacco and cannabis use. The candidate(s) will assist the Principal Investigator(s) and research team(s) in the recruitment of research participants, the collection of psychological research data, data entry and organizational tasks. The candidate(s) will be directly involved in the collection of questionnaires, interviews, and other research data related to ongoing and future research studies that use both in-person and remote data collection methods. The candidate(s) should feel comfortable in recruiting participants from the community. The candidate(s) will need to be comfortable in interacting with study participants and members of the study team. This role requires being trained on multiple studies, and the candidate(s) will typically serve as a primary research assistant on one study and backup on other studies. The candidate(s) should be exceptionally well-organized and detail oriented. After hours and weekend work may be occasionally required. This position is completely in-person at MUSC Charleston.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC001039 COM PSYCH Addiction Science CC

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-04

Pay Range

32,686.00 - 46,578.50 - 60,471.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

FLSA: Hourly

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 5:00PM; Weekend and evening hours may be required occasionally (1-2 per month)

Remote Work: This position is located in Charleston and completely in-person.

Job Duties:

• 35% - Coordinate and manage the tracking of all research study participants throughout their duration in the study. Educate potential participants on study procedures at screening visit and ensure their consent to participate is informed. Complete screening assessments including a mental health diagnostic interview. Lead participants through visit activities for all study visits, which can occur remotely or in person at the research offices. Coordinate visit needs, which include instructing participants on the conduct and testing of biological samples (urine, saliva, etc.) and collaborating with medical clinicians on studies to ensure safety of study participants and eligibility for the study.
• 25% - Upkeep all databases and calendars used to track and manage study referrals and scheduling. Contact potential participants, complete a prescreen questionnaire, and communicate clear information to participants about the study. Schedule visits on team calendar and coordinate with medical clinician’s schedule as needed.
• 20% - Enter visit and participant data into patient data files including participant study binders, study logs, and electronic databases, all completed in a timely manner and in accordance with good clinical practice guidelines. Maintain accurate and complete study documentation in compliance with Institutional Review Board (IRB) standards and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines. Verify data entered by other research staff in a timely manner.
• 10% - Assist the Program Manager, Research Coordinators and other members of the research team with recruitment and advertising efforts (this includes assisting with social media presence, brainstorming recruitment strategies with team members, planning and staffing community events, which may occur on nights and/or weekends, hanging up study flyers locally, etc.). Recruitment at in-person events or clinics is required. Flexibility is requested to occasionally work outside of business hours to staff events.
• 5% - Scrutinize on an ongoing basis the effectiveness of study procedures and suggest changes when necessary. Ability to create or make updates to study procedural manuals/guidance documents as needed.
• 5% - Keep track of study supplies and inventory to alert Program Coordinator/Manager when materials are running low. Maintain study equipment (such as study phones, shipping supplies, etc.) by keeping track items, maintaining supplies, etc.

MUSC Minimum Training and Experience Requirements: A high school diploma and three years of relevant program experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required program experience.

Preferred Training and Experience: A bachelor’s degree in psychology, biology, nursing and other natural, life or health care field is preferred. The ability to collect, organize and analyze information in a clear and concise manner is required. Previous experience or training with clinical research, human subjects protections, etc. is preferred. 

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and three years of relevant program experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required program experience. 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. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Frequent) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and/or understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent) Ability to work in dusty areas. (Infrequent)

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

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