Description

Job Description

The University of Maryland, School of Pharmacy, Department of Practice, Science, and Health Outcomes Research (P-SHOR), is seeking a contractual Clinical Research Assistant to join the Center for Translational Medicine (CTM). The Center for Translational Medicine strives to advance the field of health care through cutting-edge predictive analytics, fostering a bold and innovative mindset in our researchers and trainees to become the visionary leaders of tomorrow. The Clinical Research Assistant is responsible for assisting with the performance of research projects in a research setting, including collection, organization of data and performing preliminary data analysis. The selected candidate is expected to work independently and knows and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of particular field of specialization.

**This is a FULL-TIME, CONTRACTUAL C2 position**

Established in 1841, the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy (UMSOP) is the fourth oldest school of pharmacy in the United States. As a leader in pharmacy education, scientific discovery, patient care, and community engagement; the School conducts cutting-edge research and engages in a wide variety of professional practice activities to improve the health and well-being of citizens in the state of Maryland and beyond.

BENEFITS (Contractual/C2 Employee):

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. Contingent Category II staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, personal leave, sick time, and time for community service; subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options; professional learning and development programs; limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long-term disability; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

UMB CORE VALUES:

Respect & Integrity, Well-Being & Sustainability, Equity & Justice, and Innovation & Discovery

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Assist the Principal Investigator and other research personnel in the development of research protocols and materials by providing study analysis and forming conclusions and recommendations.
• Assist the PI in developing and recommending research protocols and materials for clinical research activities.
• Assist with data analysis and interpretation and the development of statistical and pharmacometric reports of study data using descriptive statistics including R-statistical software or relevant pharmacometric software. Assists in developing, submitting, and providing content for grants, papers, abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations. Conducts and analyzes literature searches.
• Assist with maintaining database files and reports using computer applications such as Microsoft Excel/Access. Assist with performing data checks, audits, and data cleaning that includes assisting with validity checks and accuracy of data ensuring compliance with quality control requirements and study relevance.
• Support faculty by assisting with data clean up, data reformatting, preliminary data analysis including tables and figures, writing draft reports for the analysis, and other research work as assigned.
• Assist in performing administrative duties. Maintain communication with colleagues regarding research.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree in a scientific field of study related to the research of the clinical setting.

Experience: Prior clinical research experience preferred.

Supervisory Experience: N/A.

Certification/Licensure: N/A.

Other: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, r e g u l a t i o n s , a n d l a w s . S k ill i n effective u s e o f a pp li c a b le t ec hn o l og y / s y s t em s . A b ili t y t o effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

HIRING RANGE: $48,000 - $51,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu . Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.