Clinical Research Assistant

Job Description
*University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), Department of Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Center for Advanced Imaging Research (CAIR) has an opening for a Clinical Research Assistant position. *The duties of the job include but are not limited to healthy old and young adult volunteer recruitment, coordinating MRI scans, MRI data organization, and part of data processing using existing software tool developed in the lab. *BENEFITS:*UMB offers a comprehensive [benefits package](https://www.umaryland.edu/hrs/benefits/) that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). *UMB employees are strongly encouraged to follow all CDC recommendations related to COVID-19 vaccinations and booster doses. **Employees whose job duties require them to work in clinical settings or at clinical or field sites continue to be subject to the vaccine requirements of those sites. **For additional information on protocols and exemptions, please visit the [COVID-19 website](https://www.umaryland.edu/coronavirus/content/testing-hygiene-and-health/umb-vaccination-mandate.php).* *PRIMARY DUTIES*• Responsible for assisting with the performance of research projects in a clinical setting, including recruitment of potential study subjects and collection and organization of data.• Assist with performing data collection by conducting research interviews, reviewing medical charts, and accessing computerized medical information systems. Assists withrecruiting and screening subjects for research studies according to IRB approved protocols.• Assist in verifying participant eligibility; obtains consent and enrollment; and assures accurate demographic information for follow-up.• Assist with data analysis and interpretation, and the development of statistical reports of study data using descriptive statistics using SAS, STATA, and SPSS statistical software. Assists in developing, submitting, and providing content for grants, papers, abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations. Conducts and analyzes literature searches.• Assist the Principle Investigator and other research personnel in the development of research protocols and materials by providing study analysis and forming conclusions and recommendations. • Assist in performing administrative duties. Maintains communication with participants and colleagues regarding protocol specific information and research orders. May also assist with providing assessments and ensuring protocol compliance while participants are in a study. • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
*MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**Education: *Bachelor's degree or master 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: *May consider a combination of directly related experience and education. *KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES*Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. *Basic computer skills.* Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. 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. *Candidates must have valid work permit to work in the US.* *Hiring Range:* Commensurate with education and experience ($42,808 -
$45,000) UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at [HRJobs@umaryland.edu](mailto:HRJobs@umaryland.edu).[ ](mailto:HRJobs@umaryland.edu) 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](https://umbforms.wufoo.com/forms/umb-job-applicant-accommodation-request/). You may also contact [HRDiversity@umaryland.edu](mailto:HRDiversity@umaryland.edu). Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

*Job: *Reg or CII Exempt Staff
*Shift: *Day Job
*Organization: *School of Medicine - Diagnostic Radiology
*Job Posting: *Sep 22, 2022
*Unposting Date: *Oct 6, 2022, 10:59:00 PM