Research Associate 1

Current Employees If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet. Research Associate 1 The University of Miami/UHealth department of The Miami Project has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Research Associate 1 to work at the UHealth Medical Campus in Miami, FL. The Research Associate 1, SOM supports research activities for the assigned division by conducting laboratory experiments on assigned research projects. Moreover, the incumbent operates with the goal of advancing his/her expertise through continued education, training, and research. Core Responsibilities Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures. Participates in the publication of significant results. Maintains an overview of relevant research findings. Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice. Keeps abreast of current publications relative to methods, techniques, and developments within the area of research. Operates and maintains laboratory equipment. Performs a variety of routine assays, tests, and studies. Performs calculations to complete research test results, collects data, and performs statistical analysis of laboratory results. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. Department Specific Functions Assists with participant recruitment, screening, and enrollment for human subjects research studies. Schedules study visits and maintains communication with participants regarding appointments and study procedures. Ensures compliance with IRB-approved research protocols and regulatory requirements. Conducts behavioral, cognitive (including EEG data acquisition), and questionnaire-based assessments according to study protocols. Assists with data collection, entry, organization, and quality assurance for research databases. Coordinates study activities with investigators. Maintains accurate research records and participant documentation in compliance with institutional policies. Assists in preparing study materials, maintaining research supplies, and organizing study-related documentation. Supports data analysis, literature reviews, and preparation of presentations, abstracts, and manuscripts as needed. Performs other research-related duties as assigned. 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 Psychology, Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Health Sciences, Cognitive Science, or related field required. CITI Human Subjects Research certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire. No previous experience required. Experience with human subjects research, EEG data collection, behavioral testing, or clinical research coordination preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment. Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications. Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders. Familiarity with electrophysiological research methods preferred. Ability to interact professionally and empathetically with research participants. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in data collection and documentation. Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with research regulations and protocols. Experience with Microsoft Office, EEG acquisition software, or related research platforms preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research environment. Learning agility and ability to adapt to evolving research protocols and technologies. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr