Research Technician 2-Research Center (Knoxville)

University of Tennessee Health Science Center -
Knoxville, TN

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Job Details

Full-time
$19.10 an hour

Qualifications

Project coordination
Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Market Range: 05

Hiring Salary: $19.10/Hourly

THIS IS A GRANT-FUNDED POSITION

JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), the Research Technician 2 supports research focusing on lymphedema and the integration of artificial intelligence in cancer care. This position assists with manuscripts, study protocols, and other related project documents. This position is responsible for the submission and management of regulatory paperwork, the submission of Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications and annual renewals, preparation of study files and essential study documents. This is a yearlong position that is housed in the Office of Research Support (OSP)

Assists faculty with the development and implementation of research projects.

Assist with operational components of research studies: execution and coordination of research study visits and procedures; the collection of study data; establishing and maintaining contact with study participants and families.

Assists with writing grant proposals and manuscript development.

Assists with abstracts and prepares presentations for scientific conferences.

Performs clinical duties required for compliance with study-specific Investigator-Initiated protocols; performs study assessments if needed (lab draws, questionnaires, vital signs, blood processing, etc.) for Investigator-Initiated Studies.

Identifies possible research candidates from medical center areas; schedules and communicates with the investigator(s) about patient eligibility for research.

Assists with regulatory requirements and collaborates with the ORS to ensure compliance with GSM quality assurance processes in the Department of Surgery.

Maintains records of new protocols, amendments, and IRB activities/ updating regulatory binder as needed.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

EXPERIENCE: OR a combination of college coursework and work experience to equal four (4) years.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge to perform the needed responsibilities of this position.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work efficiently and independently.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Knowledge of Basic Research Principles and Federal Code of Regulations for Clinical Research Studies.
Ability to create and maintain extensive records on clinical research subjects.

WORK SCHEDULE: This position may occasionally be required to work weekends and evenings. May require occasional overnight travel.

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