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Closing Date:
06/08/2024
Type of Position:
Research
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America) Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.
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Department:
ICE | BHSL Women's Mental Health Program Nursing
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
Under supervision, the Research Assistant in the Psychiatric Research Institute's Women's Mental Health Program (WMHP) identifies, contacts, and interviews research study participants to obtain data for an assigned research project following established guidelines & procedures within the WMHP. The Research Assistant serves to aid in day-to-day activities within the WMHP as they relate to recruitment, screening, enrollment and assessment of research participants for WMHP inpatient and outpatient clinical research studies.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Biology or Behavioral Sciences (Psychology, Sociology, Health Sciences) PLUS 3 years of research-related experience
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word and Excel
Preferred Qualifications:
Special knowledge in venipuncture and processing of biological specimens (i.e. blood & urine, saliva) under the supervision of a medical personnel
Phlebotomy training provided if needed
Special knowledge of vital signs (blood pressure & pulse) and weights
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
Maintains new and existing project and/or research databases and establishes quality control and security protocols.
Advises the Principal Investigator regarding project data issues and resolutions. Serves as a liaison with outside contractors on all issues regarding the database.
Participates in the evaluation of research results, performs statistical analyses of data collected, evaluates and provides regular reports of study progress, and researches literature for new techniques that can be applied to on-going studies.
Develops project-specific training materials and processes for on-line or face-to-face trainings across the state to ensure data collection site compliance with security and privacy policies.
Assists the Principal Investigator and Research Project Coordinator to prepare recruitment packages, implement strategies to recruit and retain participants, and keep an up-to-date record of participants.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact
for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Adult Maltreatment, Annual TB Screening, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing
Frequent Physical Activity:
Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Lifting, Sharps
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
