Research Associate Details

Temple University - Philadelphia, PA

Employment Type : Full-Time

Dr. Van Hellerslia, Pharm D, Clinical Associate Professor, Temple University School of Pharmacy, and Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, along with the Viet-Capacity team, is seeking a part-time Vietnamese speaking research associate for an exciting education/capacity building study. This position is for one year and a half, the duration of the project.
Under moderate supervision, this person will assist with the daily activities of the study on a part-time basis within the scope of an approved IRB protocol.

Essential Functions: Participate in the recruitment of study subjects; Responsible for the informed consent of study subjects; Adhere to an IRB approved protocol; Draft IRB amendments for submission, draft responses to IRB directives for correction action, simplicity in understanding to review board, lay persons, about the objectives of the research and obligations of research subjects for study participation; Along with REDCAP team, and under the direction of the PI and Project Manager, create and manage study database housing informed consents, demographic data, and surveys; Perform QA/QC of study data; Assist with coordination of the study launch education event; Perform site monitoring visits in communities across Philadelphia; Act as liaison for research subjects with the investigator team; Be knowledge source regarding study milestones and be able to identify delays in the study progression that will inhibit success. Convey these issues to the investigator team; Assist with study close out activities; Performs other related duties as assigned.

At Temple, you will find it easy to fit in while staying true to yourself. We value what makes each employee unique and strive to maintain a culture of diversity and inclusion. As an employee, you will enjoy our collaborative team-based culture that values innovation and creativity.
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Required Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree and at least two years of experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills & Abilities:
  • Must be Vietnamese speaking, fluency in writing a plus
  • Must obtain CITI certification
  • Demonstrated knowledge of good clinical practice (GCP) and regulatory compliance
  • Must comply with institution, federal, state, and sponsor policies
  • Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office software programs.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with a diverse stakeholder population to include community partners, clients and staff.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of attention to detail, and adherence to project deadlines.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks.
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct research fact finding searches, including internet and scholarly literature searches

This position requires a background check.
This is a grant funded position.

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Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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Posted on : 2 years ago