Research Assistant, Department of Health and Exercise Science

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• In collaboration with the study project manager and PI, may conduct eligibility pre-screening via telephone or in-person interviews. Schedules participant data collection visits and coordinates with other study personnel to ensure efficient collection of study data while minimizing participant burden.

• In compliance with study protocols, collects, enters/downloads, processes, cleans, analyzes, and/or manages human subjects research data. Exercises judgment to revise or adapt protocols as required.

• At discretion of project manager and/or PI, may monitor subject compliance with study data collection protocols and prepare individual progress reports for participants. May administer contact protocol for follow-up with non-adherent study participants.

• May organize, compile, and enter study data into web-based data entry application(s) and perform data verification and "cleaning" functions.

• Uses professional judgment to ensure the safety of study participants and ensure operational efficiency. Makes independent decisions concerning participants and special situations related to study intervention(s).

• Complies with Institutional policies, study protocols and procedures, and DHHS and IRB guidelines for human subjects research.

Other Functions:

• May oversee work of student workers.Performs planning, organizing, or administrative functions in support of and necessary to the successful completion of study protocol(s).

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in Health & Exercise Science, Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, or related field, Master's degree preferred. Prior human subjects research experience preferred. NIH-approved training in the protection of human subjects required within three months of hire.

• General knowledge of human subjects research procedures and practices.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster relationships with individuals who have diverse educational and socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Proficiency with word processing software (preferably Word) and spreadsheet applications.

• Proficiency with coding software (MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW, etc.)

Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to lift objects weighing 25 lbs. occasionally

2. Ability to bend, stoop, grasp, and reach

3. Not exposed to adverse environmental conditions; work is performed in indoor settings with climate control

Accountabilities:

Responsible for own work. May oversee work of student employees, volunteers, and/or interns. May exercise independent judgment in working and collaborating with personnel from Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist/Wake Forest School of Medicine.

Additional Job Description

Time Type Requirement

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.

WakeForestseeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate.In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on thebasis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran statusandencourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.