Research Assistant, Clinical

Job Description

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), Center for Vaccine
Development and Global Health (CVD) brings together more than four
decades of innovative and life-saving research on vaccines and
infectious diseases. The CVD is seeking a Clinical Research
Assistant to join our team.

This is a Full-Time, Contractual position.

BENEFITS: CONTINGENT CATEGORY II

UMB offers a comprehensive
benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance,
and professional development, along with
additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of.
Contingent Category II staff receive a generous leave package that
includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, sick
time, and time for community service; subsidized comprehensive
health insurance and supplemental retirement options; professional
learning and development programs; limited tuition remission for
employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long-term disability;
and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable
per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the
University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work
primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

Responsibilities

Primary Duties:

• Responsible for assisting with the performance of research

projects in a clinical setting, including recruitment of potential
study subjects and collection and organization of data.

• Assist with performing data collection by conducting research

interviews, reviewing medical charts, and accessing computerized
medical information systems. Assists with recruiting and screening
subjects for research studies according to IRB approved
protocols.

• Assist in verifying participant eligibility; obtains consent

and enrollment; and assures accurate demographic information for
follow-up.

• Assist with data analysis and interpretation, and the

development of statistical reports of study data using descriptive
statistics using SAS, STATA, and SPSS statistical software. Assists
in developing, submitting, and providing content for grants,
papers, abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations. Conducts and
analyzes literature searches.

• Assist the Principal Investigator and other research personnel

in the development of research protocols and materials by providing
study analysis and forming conclusions and recommendations.

• Assist in performing administrative duties. Maintains

communication with participants and colleagues regarding protocol
specific information and research orders. May also assist with
providing assessments and ensuring protocol compliance while
participants are in a study.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

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

Experience: Prior clinical research experience
preferred.

Supervisory Experience: N/A

Certification/Licensure: N/A

Other: Except for qualifications established by law,
additional related experience and formal education in which one has
gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full
performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the
education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with
30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of
related experience. In instances where specific education and/or
experience is required only directly related education and/or
experience may be substituted.

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: $49,000 - $55,000, Commensurate with education and
experience

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce
and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national
origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or
mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or
any other legally protected classification.

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
leave_and_accom@umaryland.edu Please note that only
inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation
will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination
in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals
may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read
the
UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.