Senior Clinical Research Assistant OR Clinical Research Specialist - (220000P5) University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is currently seeking a Senior Clinical Research Assistant or Specialist to join Department of Diagnostic Radiology, The Center for Advanced Imaging Research (CAIR). The position will be filled based on selected candidate's qualifications. The Center for Advanced Imaging Research (CAIR) focuses on developing cutting edge imaging modalities in MRI, PET imaging and focused ultrasound to help scientists understand disease processes and advanced diagnostic imaging, with the goal of improving treatment to patients in a clinical setting. The research of the PI's laboratory is focused on understanding neural and vascular functions of the brain using advanced neuroimaging techniques such as perfusion MRI, functional MRI, metabolic imaging, gas-challenge MRI, and electroencephalogram (EEG). UMB was ranked one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine (Feb 2021). BENEFITS: This EXEMPT position offers a generous benefits package that includes 22 vacation days, 15 floating and holidays, 15 sick days; comprehensive health insurance and retirement options; and tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any of the University System of Maryland schools. UMB requires all faculty, staff, and students to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Exemptions for medical or religious reasons will be processed through Human Resources. PRIMARY DUTIES: -
Performs as a single specialist in a clinical setting who is responsible for providing technical expertise to research programs and projects overseeing clinical research activities. The position develops, recommends, modifies, and implements policies and procedures for clinical research, as well as develop protocol manuals and data collection instruments. This position significantly contributes to the conduct of research. -
Coordinates the preparation of Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) protocol development and ensure compliance of research operations with protocols. Coordinates developing and recommending policies and procedures and/or design methods for clinical research activities. -
Manages interaction with subject participants including eligibility screening, recruitment, enrollment, ensuring informed consent is properly secured and documented, counseling, and obtaining patient medical history. May obtain tissue and blood samples as necessary and collects information through interviews, questionnaires, test results, and charts. -
Establishes and maintains database files and reports using computer applications such as Microsoft Excel/Access. Perform data checks, audits, and data cleaning. Check validity and accuracy of data ensuring compliance with quality control requirements and study relevance. -
Performs clinical research activities including advanced MRI data analysis using imaging processing software such as MATLAB and SPM as well as statistical software such as SAS, SPSS, and R; data management (collection, entry, verification); data interpretation, and ensures compliance and clinical relevance of data. May develop data collection instruments such as survey questionnaires. -
Maintains communication with participants and colleagues regarding protocol specific information and research orders. Provides assessments and ensure protocol compliance while participants are in a study. -
Serves as liaison to other departments such as IRB or CCT, outside organizations, government agencies, and product representatives to promote effective and efficient operation and use of resources. -
Oversees and coordinates the day-to-day clinical research operations, study initiation, execution, and completion. Assist in the design and provide expert recommendation regarding research studies. Oversees interaction with subject participants including eligibility screening, recruitment, enrollment, ensuring informed consent is properly secured and documented, counseling, and obtaining patient medical history. -
May provide working coordination and feedback to others -
Performs day-to-day operational duties such as: monitoring the budget; budget negotiation and review, ensuring quality control and safety compliance; serving as liaison with IRB, submitting invoicing, develops policies, procedures, and/or methods for laboratory experimentation; and ordering supplies. -
Searches relevant literature, develops conclusions on research findings, writes reports, prepare and deliver presentations of relevant findings and conclusions, and recommends appropriate actions. May conduct library research and contributes to the preparation and writing of research findings for publication of journal articles and grant proposals. -
Provides training to less experienced researchers; assisting in developing and submitting grants, papers, abstracts, manuscripts and presenting studies; developing protocol manuals and data collection instruments; participating in field visits, responding to requests and questions from individuals, institutions, government agencies, and funding agencies; and participating in the design of research studies. -
Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications For Senior Clinical Research Assistant MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's degree in a scientific field of study related to the research of the clinical setting. Experience: Two (2) years clinical research in the relevant research specialization. Supervisory Experience: N/A. Certification/Licensure: N/A. Other: May consider a combination of directly related experience and education. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery. For Clinical Research Specialist MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's degree in a scientific field of study related to the research of the clinical setting. Experience: Three (3) years clinical research including two (2) years in the relevant research specialization. Supervisory Experience: N/A. Certification/Licensure: N/A. Other: May consider a combination of directly related experience and education. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery Hiring Range: Commensurate with education and experience (Senior Assistant: Low to mid $50K/ Specialist: Mid $50K to low $60K) UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at HRJobs@umaryland.edu . If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu . Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Job: Reg or CII Exempt Staff - E3302D Employee Class : Exempt Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Financial Disclosure: No Organization: School of Medicine - Diagnostic Radiology Job Posting: May 17, 2022 Unposting Date: Jun 1, 2022, 3:59:00 AM | |