University Of Connecticut Center On Aging
PURPOSE OF CLASS:
At UCHC this position is responsible for independently performing a full range of tasks for assigned clinical research projects/programs or segments of programs/projects. This position will act as project coordinator with supervisory responsibilities and interviewer for Latino family members caring for an older relative with dementia.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Bachelor’s degree in public health, public policy, social work or related field plus one (1) year of clinical research experience in a relevant discipline. Degrees in other areas may be substituted on a case-by-case basis.
SPECIAL: Demonstrated ability in Word, Excel, SPSS, Access and PowerPoint. Must be bilingual Spanish/English (fluent); demonstrated ability to conduct research interviews, demonstrated supervisory skills; ability to work with a team. This position may involve local or out of state travel. Incumbents in this classification may be required to work some evenings and weekend hours.
PREFERRED: Bicultural background; exposure to older adults with physical, emotional and intellectual disabilities and their families.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & ABILITY:
Knowledge of research protocols, principles and procedures; knowledge of aspects of clinical trials such as screening, interviewing, case reports forms; knowledge of experimental design, mathematics, statistics, computer applications and computer data management; oral and written communication skills; knowledge of a science such as biology or psychology; ability to identify, produce, organize, evaluate and interpret data; knowledge of ethics and regulatory procedures (i.e. informed consent, IRB applications, data safety and monitoring plans) involved with clinical trials and other clinical research; ability to work as a member of a project team; knowledge of clinical tasks required for research (e.g. interviewing).
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Performs a range of duties in conducting clinical research, provides support services for assigned research projects; performs tests and interact with patients; coordinates the facilitation of clinical research protocols; prepares IRB applications, consent and annual renewals; may prepare study progress reports and protocol amendments; coordinates the procurement, preparation and shipping of research specimens; assists higher level research staff on assigned projects; prepares all necessary materials required for audits or monitoring visits; prepares summaries of research results; assists in preparation and presentation of research findings, grant and contract applications; receives training in designated research protocols, procedure and techniques that the supervisor deems appropriate; performs related duties as required.
SCHEDULE: 20 hours weekly; schedule to be determined. Evenings may be required.
FULL TIME EQUIVALENT SALARY MININIMUM: $50.026
PLEASE APPLY ON LINE AT: https://jobs.uchc.edu (search code: 2008-589)
QUESTIONS CAN BE FORWARDED TO: Rick Fortinsky (fortinsky@uchc.edu, 860-679-8069)
