Research Associate 2, SOM - Infectious Diseases

The department of Medicine, division of Infectious Diseases, has an exciting opportunity for a full‑time Research Associate2 to work on the UHealth campus. The Research Associate2, SOM contributes to the University’s research activities under the supervision of senior staff. Moreover, the incumbent understands, interprets, and complies with research policies and protocols. CORE JOB FUNCTIONS Performs specialized and complex experiments/studies. Participates in the publication of significant research results. Advances expertise through education, training, and research. Writes extramural grants/proposals to gain support when appropriate. Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens and tissue cultures. Weighs and anesthetizes laboratory animals for experiments. Operates sensitive and highly complex laboratory equipment. Performs calculations to complete research test results. Performs photography and dark room processing. Participates in training sessions and workshops. Adheres to University and unit‑level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. Department Specific Functions Work with ID Research Unit Principal Investigator and Project Directors on on‑going project needs active multisite & single site research studies to meet deliverable deadlines. Identify, screen, and recruit eligible participants according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. Obtain informed consent and explain study procedures to participants in a clear and ethical manner. Support Clinical Research Coordinators in scheduling, preparing, and conducting participant study visits in alignment with study protocols. Perform study assessments, including administering questionnaires, conducting interviews, and collecting clinical or behavioral data. Interface with laboratory staff to ensure timely processing and tracking of samples. Ensure completion and accuracy of all study visit forms, source documentation, and participant records. Support retention strategies, including participant outreach, appointment reminders, and community engagement activities. Maintain visit tracking logs and follow standardized operating procedures for visit documentation and quality control. Maintain study binders, visit schedules, and regulatory documents in compliance with institutional and sponsor requirements. Ensure participant confidentiality and data security according to IRB‑approved procedures. Participate in regular team meetings, trainings, and protocol reviews. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all‑inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. CORE QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field required. Minimum 2 years of relevant experience. Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes: Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data. Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems. Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth‑University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university‑based health system, provides leading‑edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub‑specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We’re the challenge you’ve been looking for. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System (“UHealth”) have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation. The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit welcome.miami.edu/about-um to learn more about our points of pride. The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings. 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