PS Hourly Research Assistant

About the role

This is a part-time position performing varied support functions, including gathering and contributing information or materials for research projects at the Rocky Mountain Center for Occupational and Environmental Health (RMCOEH). RMCOEH became Utah's first statutorily established multi-university program in 2021. The Center works especially closely with 10 transdisciplinary Center Program Directors who hold faculty appointments in 4 U of U departments and will work closely with faculty and staff at Weber State University to contribute to the success of this prominent, new legislative initiative and partnership. Opportunities may include authorship on manuscripts, presentations at domestic and international conferences, and development of research skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Compiles data from a variety of sources including interviews, literature sources, and medical and genealogical records
• Enters information into department's computer system
• Assists researchers in performing both quantitative and qualitative data analyses in SAS, Excel, NVIVO and other programs
• Assists researchers by preparing manuscripts and presentation materials by creating slides, charts, graphs and handouts
• Searches sources such as reference works, documents, statistical records and evaluates applicability of collected data to research subject
• May assist in data collection including observing and coding meeting behaviors, creation of questionnaires, and interacting with study participants
• Drafts correspondence to answer inquiries and responds to requests from agencies about specific projects
• Edits research papers, project reports, proposals and curriculum materials prior to publication or presentation
• Prepares format for final disposition of data and arranges for the printing and graphic art requirements for printed materials
• Maintains an internal library on project information resources and final data collected
• Works with research personnel in the design and preparation and recruitment for research projects and in recording data
• Schedules appointments, visits, and meetings for meeting participants and clients
• Patient Sensitive Research Assistant responsibilities may include: collecting blood for tests, transfusions, and research; following universal precautions for all collection, handling, and disposal of bodily fluids; ensuring blood is properly acquired by means of venipuncture, skin puncture, or arterial collection; adhering to strict sterilization policies and procedures to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases; performing diagnostic procedures and interpreting results; transporting the specimen to the correct laboratory
• Entry-level support role: performs tasks as directed under close supervision
• Administrative tasks in support of the clinical research program or laboratory (may vary by department and research category): managing the front desk, organizing files, performing other clerical duties, recruiting participants, verifying eligibility, enrolling subjects, scheduling participant visits, maintaining records, transporting samples or laboratory equipment, monitoring inventory levels, ordering supplies

Requirements

• This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work
• Must be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy; limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations
• Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
  • Research Assistant, I: Requires little to no related experience
  • Research Assistant, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience
  • Research Assistant, III: Requires 3+ years of related experience
• Equivalency: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (e.g., bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience)

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and data management skills including the coding of audio and video transcripts
• Ability to handle several responsibilities and work under tight time constraints