Research Fellow - Genetics

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The Research Assistant supports the Interventional Psychiatry Program's clinical research portfolio, including trials involving neuromodulation, pharmacologic interventions, and biomarker acquisition. This role ensures the smooth execution of study procedures, regulatory compliance, accurate data collection, and high-quality participant experience. The coordinator works closely with investigators, clinicians, and research staff to manage day-to-day study operations from recruitment through study close-out. The research assistant will work closely with the interventional psychiatry group as well as the investigators on assigned projects.
Bachelor's degree in psychology, nursing, public health, or related field, plus one (1) year of human subjects research experience required.
Experience in clinical research or behavioral health strongly preferred.
Training in human subject protection and GCP (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
Strong interpersonal skills and comfort working with psychiatric populations.
Ability to administer structured clinical assessments after training.
Conduct pre-screening and eligibility assessments using study-specific inclusion/exclusion criteria; Obtain informed consent from participants in accordance with UAMS IRB policies and federal regulations; ensure participants understand study procedures, risks, benefits, and rights.
Administer or coordinate administration of standardized symptom rating scales such as MADRS, HAM-D, YMRS, CGI, PHQ-9.
Track visit windows, protocol-required procedures, and follow-up timelines.
Enter, clean, and validate data in Excel, REDCap, or other relational databases.
Maintain a longitudinal database.
Perform routine quality checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
Maintain regulatory binders, delegation logs, and training documentation; ensure adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and UAMS research policies.
Coordinate communication between investigators, clinical teams, and research partners; Prepare materials for team meetings, audits, and sponsor monitoring visits.
Interact and develop positive working relationships with a diverse group of professionals at all levels within the organization, community, industry, and state and federal governments.
Commensurate with education and experience
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