Clinical Research Assistant- Contractual

About the role

The University of Maryland School of Medicine is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to join the Division of Addiction Research and Treatment within the Department of Psychiatry. This position involves working at a substance abuse program where the focus is on trauma-informed care and harm reduction.

Responsibilities

• Perform research projects in a clinical setting, including recruitment of potential study subjects and collection and organization of data.
• Assist with data collection by conducting research interviews, reviewing medical charts, and accessing computerized medical information systems.
• Recruit and screen subjects for research studies according to IRB-approved protocols.
• Verify participant eligibility, obtain consent and enrollment, and ensure accurate demographic information for follow-up.
• Assist with data analysis and interpretation, and develop statistical reports of study data using SAS, STATA, and SPSS statistical software.
• Develop, submit, and provide content for grants, papers, abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations.
• Conduct and analyze literature searches.
• Assist the Principle Investigator and other research personnel in the development of research protocols and materials by providing study analysis and forming conclusions and recommendations.
• Perform administrative duties, maintain communication with participants and colleagues regarding protocol-specific information and research orders, and assist with providing assessments and ensuring protocol compliance while participants are in a study.
• May also assist with other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education: A bachelor's degree in a scientific field of study related to the research of the clinical setting.

Experience: Prior clinical research experience preferred.

Qualifications

May consider a combination of directly related experience and education.

Benefits

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

Pay

Details not specified.

Schedule

Day shift.