Research Associate-PT

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Job Summary

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• REGISTRY MANAGEMENT :
• Data Collection and Entry: Accurately collect, enter, and manage patient data related to hematological and other malignancies in the registry database.
• Quality Control: Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data by performing regular quality control checks and audits.
• Database Management: Maintain and update the registry database, ensuring data integrity and security.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines, including patient confidentiality and ethical standards.
• PROJECT MANAGEMENT :
• Study Coordination: Coordinate research studies aiming at addressing the access of women living in rural areas of Georgia and South Carolina to breast and cervical cancer screenings.
• Protocol Development: Assist in the development and implementation of research protocols and standard operating procedures. Generating protocols for clinical research and submitting them to the Institutional Review Board (IRB).
• Timeline Management: Monitor project timelines and ensure milestones are met according to the study plan.
• RESEARCH SUPPORT :
• Literature Review: Conduct literature reviews to support ongoing research projects and stay updated on the latest advancements in hematological malignancies.
• Data Analysis: Assist in the analysis of registry data to identify trends, patterns, and research opportunities.
• Report Generation: Prepare detailed reports and presentations based on registry data for internal and external stakeholders.
• Grant Writing: Assist in the preparation of grant proposals and funding applications to support research initiatives.
• COLLABORATION AND COMMUNICATION :
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of researchers, clinicians, and data managers to achieve project goals.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate effectively with external partners, including healthcare providers, research institutions, and funding agencies.
• Training and Support: Provide training and support to new staff and collaborators on the use of the registry database and related protocols.
• OTHER DUTIES : Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field such as biology, biostatistics, epidemiology, or public health or other directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and experience in research, basic science, or clinical laboratory particularly clinical research.
• OR
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field such as biology, biostatistics, epidemiology, or public health or other directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and a minimum of three years research and/or clinical experience; previous supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred Experience
• Previous experience in clinical research, data management, or registry management, preferably in the field of hematology or oncology.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining high-quality data standards.
• Experience with Hematological Malignancies: Specific experience working with hematological malignancies or related registries.
• Experience with human subjects training in a clinical research capacity or setting. Experience in a clinical and/or research setting working with patients.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and critical thinking skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases

Shift/Salary/Benefits

• **This is a part-time position** (.50 FTE)
• Shift: Days; Monday - Friday
• Pay Band: B8
• Salary Minimum: $21.83
• Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position Recruitment Period: 9/26/24 - Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

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How To Apply

• Consider applying with us today!
• https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search Job Opening ID: 277504
• Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
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