Research Associate-PT
Inside Higher Ed, Augusta, GA, United States
About Us
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Job Details Job ID: 277504 Location: Augusta University – Health Sciences Campus, 1120 15th St, Augusta, GA 30912 Employment Type: Part Time (0.5 FTE)
Job Summary The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing and maintaining our hematological malignancies registry and in coordinating a project aiming at addressing health disparities across Georgia. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge research and improve patient outcomes in the field of hematology and other malignancies.
Responsibilities
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, a minimum of three years of research and/or clinical experience, and previous supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications 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
Part‑time position (.50 FTE)
Shift: Days; Monday – Friday
Pay Band: B8; Minimum $21.83; Salary commensurate with qualifications within the established range (generally minimum‑midpoint)
Recruitment Period: 9/26/24 – Until Filled
Benefits may include health, dental, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays for full‑time eligible employees and some half‑time employees.
Conditions of Employment All selected candidates must successfully pass a background check prior to starting with Augusta University. Depending on duties, a credit check, motor vehicle reports, or proof of completed academic degrees may be required. Employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during employment and beyond.
Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer‑friendly environment and providing superior service to patients, students, faculty, and employees. Augusta University is a patient‑and family‑centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success. The campus is tobacco‑free; use of any tobacco products is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How to Apply Consider applying with us today! Visit https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ and select “University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants” if you are outside the university, or “University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants” if you are a current employee. For further assistance contact 706‑721‑9365. To apply online, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=277504&PostingSeq=1.
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Job Details Job ID: 277504 Location: Augusta University – Health Sciences Campus, 1120 15th St, Augusta, GA 30912 Employment Type: Part Time (0.5 FTE)
Job Summary The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing and maintaining our hematological malignancies registry and in coordinating a project aiming at addressing health disparities across Georgia. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge research and improve patient outcomes in the field of hematology and other malignancies.
Responsibilities
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, a minimum of three years of research and/or clinical experience, and previous supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications 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
Part‑time position (.50 FTE)
Shift: Days; Monday – Friday
Pay Band: B8; Minimum $21.83; Salary commensurate with qualifications within the established range (generally minimum‑midpoint)
Recruitment Period: 9/26/24 – Until Filled
Benefits may include health, dental, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays for full‑time eligible employees and some half‑time employees.
Conditions of Employment All selected candidates must successfully pass a background check prior to starting with Augusta University. Depending on duties, a credit check, motor vehicle reports, or proof of completed academic degrees may be required. Employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during employment and beyond.
Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer‑friendly environment and providing superior service to patients, students, faculty, and employees. Augusta University is a patient‑and family‑centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success. The campus is tobacco‑free; use of any tobacco products is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How to Apply Consider applying with us today! Visit https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ and select “University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants” if you are outside the university, or “University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants” if you are a current employee. For further assistance contact 706‑721‑9365. To apply online, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=277504&PostingSeq=1.
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