Research Specialist I - Public Health and Social Work

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Provides support to multiple research studies and perform duties such as conducting neuropsychological evaluations, clinical trial assessments, and overseeing the operations of several ongoing research projects. Assist with recruitment and retention efforts and the collection and handling biospecimen samples. Must demonstrate an exceptional level of professionalism and approachability with staff and study participants. Possess practical knowledge and comfortability working with populations such as the LBGTQA+ community, those living with HIV and/or other sexually transmitted infections, persons with substance use disorders, and minoritized communities.

• Assists with the development of complex research projects and executes in line with protocol plan.
• Demonstrates up-to-date knowledge on study execution detail and skill-based knowledge, including administration, scoring, standardization of study activities.
• Assists in the coordination and execution of recruitment-based activities to ensure enrollment targets are continuously met for various projects.
• Conducts study visits including obtaining informed consent, administering study measures such as questionnaires and surveys, conducts study interventions and neuropsychological assessments, and collects biospecimen samples (e.g., blood, urine, fecal samples, etc).
• Coordinates routine activities of various clinical trials including screening, scheduling, and payment.
• Performs data entry and conducts quality control checks of data collected to data entered for assurance purposes.
• Continuously evaluates research plans, identifies problems and provides recommended solutions.
• Abides by all Good Clinical Practice (GCP), institutional and governing regulatory committees.
• Assists senior staff with preparation of study reports, presentations and manuscriptions.
• May supervise student interns.

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate specialization and four (4) years of experience or Master's degree and two (2) years of experience.

• Knowledge of research ethics and Institutional Review Board (IRB) results and policies.
• Practical knowledge of neuropsychological and psychometric testing and assessments.
• Skills with interacting with people with mental health disorders, including depression and cognitive impairment.

Administrative

$55,000 - $60,000

Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM

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To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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