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University of Miami · 2 weeks ago

Research Associate 2, SOM - Infectious Diseases

Miami, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

The University of Miami is a leading academic medical center that provides innovative patient care and is known for its outstanding research and education. They are seeking a full-time Research Associate 2 to contribute to research activities in the division of Infectious Diseases, working under the supervision of senior staff and participating in various research projects.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Performs specialized and complex experiments/studies

Participates in the publication of significant research results

Advances expertise through education, training, and research

Writes extramural grants/proposals to gain support when appropriate

Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens and tissue cultures

Weighs and anesthetizes laboratory animals for experiments

Operates sensitive and highly complex laboratory equipment

Performs calculations to complete research test results

Performs photography and dark room processing

Participates in training sessions and workshops

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets

Work with ID Research Unit Principal Investigator and Project Directors on on-going project needs active multisite & single site research studies to meet deliverable deadlines

Identify, screen, and recruit eligible participants according to inclusion and exclusion criteria

Obtain informed consent and explain study procedures to participants in a clear and ethical manner

Support Clinical Research Coordinators in scheduling, preparing, and conducting participant study visits in alignment with study protocols

Perform study assessments, including administering questionnaires, conducting interviews, and collecting clinical or behavioral data

Interface with laboratory staff to ensure timely processing and tracking of samples

Ensure completion and accuracy of all study visit forms, source documentation, and participant records

Support retention strategies, including participant outreach, appointment reminders, and community engagement activities

Maintain visit tracking logs and follow standardized operating procedures for visit documentation and quality control

Maintain study binders, visit schedules, and regulatory documents in compliance with institutional and sponsor requirements

Ensure participant confidentiality and data security according to IRB-approved procedures

Participate in regular team meetings, trainings, and protocol reviews

Qualification

Data analysisLaboratory equipment operationGrant writingClinical researchSound judgmentProblem solving

Required

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience

Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data

Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems

Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Tuition remission

And more

Company

University of Miami

Glassdoor3.9

At UM you'll join a diverse and energized academic community.

Founded in 1925

Coral Gables, fl, US

5001-10000 employees

http://miami.edu

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