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Research Assistant II

University of North Texas System
Full-time
On-site
Fort Worth, United States

Title: Research Assistant II


Employee Classification: Research Assistant II


Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center


Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation


SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Institutes & Centers


Department: HSC-Inst Translational Research-304700


Job Location: Fort Worth


Salary: Commensurate with experience


FTE: 1.000000


Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
















































About Us - Values Overview:


Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

 

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

 

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary


The Institute for Translational Research is devoted to bringing novel diagnostics and interventions to patients and families suffering from neurodegenerative diseases, fostering translational research in neurodegenerative diseases at UNTHSC, and Create solutions for a healthier community. Our team spans basic "bench-top" science, clinical research, community-based research and clinical trials. Our translational approach is intended to foster discovery and expedite those discoveries toward the benefit of those suffering from brain disease. A particular emphasis of ITR is the development of personalized (or person-focused) medicine for Alzheimer's disease.

Position Overview


The position will participate in the administration and monitoring of clinical research studies and/or clinical trials. They will be responsible for analyzing and evaluating clinical data gathered during research. They will also ensure compliance with protocol and overall clinical objectives

Minimum Qualifications



  • Bachelor's degree and one year experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities



  • Knowledge of scientific research techniques, methods and procedures.

  • Ability to work effectively with fellow researchers, staff members, faculty, supervisors and students.

  • Academic writing skills.

  • Communication skills

Preferred Qualifications


N/A

Required License/Registration/Certifications


N/A

Job Duties:



  • Conduct face-to-face and/or telephone interviews with subjects, in accordance with predetermined interview protocol, data collection procedures and documentation standards

  • Conduct neuropsychological testing

  • Participate in community recruitment of research participants and screening into studies

  • Scoring of interview and testing data 

  • QC of files and data collected 

  • Maintain accurate records of interviews, safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects, as necessary 

Work Schedule:


Monday- Friday 8a-5p On Site

Driving University Vehicle:


No

Security Sensitive:


This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:


N/A

Benefits:


For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:


The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

 


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