PS Staff Research Assistant

Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Announcement Details Open Date 11/20/2024 Requisition Number PRN15422N Job Title PS Staff Research Assistant Working Title PS Staff Research Assistant (Work-Study) Job Grade B FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week Up to 19.20 hours a week Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary Monday through Friday with flexible hours. 10 to 19.2 hours per week, depending on operational needs. Is this a work study job? Yes VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment Internal to the University Pay Rate Range $9.62 to $15.00 Close Date 02/20/2025 Priority Review Date Job Summary Job Summary Pediatric Endocrinology has an immediate opening for a Staff Research Assistant. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic clinical research team studying ways to improve the lives of children with chronic disease. The research assistant will provide various support functions to our clinical research program, with a primary focus on data support for a national, multi-center registry project for children with bone health disorders. This job posting is only available to University of Utah students who have been awarded a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year. Please login to CIS and go to the Finance/Financial Aid section to view your Financial Aid Status. If you have not received a Federal Work-Study Award, then do not complete and submit this application. The employer will confirm that you have received a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year. Responsibilities Essential Functions Compiles data from medical records and transcribes data from the EMR into research-specific data banks. Maintains up to date files and records of research data. Drafts correspondence to answer inquiries and responds to requests from collaborating organizations about specific projects as requested. Maintains an internal library on project information resources and data collected. Performs quality control through standardized department-specific processes in order to ensure accurate data transcription and resolve all discrepancies. Schedule study appointments, visits and meetings. Assists research team in preparing and shipping samples on a weekly or as-needed basis. Disclaimer This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual. Minimum Qualifications One year research experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); demonstrated organizational and communication skills; and a commitment to provide excellent customer service required. An understanding of research protocols and procedures preferred. This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Preferences Department Preferences Previous experience working with EMR would be helpful, but not required. A basic understanding of research, great attention to detail and ability to troubleshoot/problem solve is preferred. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both oral and written. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software programs. Special Instructions Summary Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. 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A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (). How many years of research experience do you have? No experience Less than 6 months 6 months or more, but less than 1 year 1 year or more, but less than 3 years 3 years or more Have you been awarded and have you accepted a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year? If no, do not submit this application. No Yes If applying for a work-study position, do you agree to follow the work-study information and policies as stated in the Student Work-Study Handbook found on the Financial Aid and Scholarships website? Yes Not Applicable Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter