Research Assistant, Project ASTHMA, Pediatrics

Research Assistant @University at Buffalo posted 2 weeks ago

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Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year: 2024 – 2025

Position Title: Research Assistant, Project ASTHMA, Pediatrics

Classification Title: Project Staff Assistant(Non-exempt)

Department: Pediatrics

Posting Number: R250065

Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/56691

 

Employer: Research Foundation

Position Type: RF Professional

Job Type: Full-Time

Appointment Term: 

Salary Grade: N/E.99

 

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary:

The Department of Pediatrics at the University at Buffalo is seeking a dedicated Research Assistant for a community intervention for children with frequent asthma symptoms. Reporting to the Principal Investigator (PI) and the Senior Research Coordinator, the Research Assistant will support a four-year study and be responsible for recruiting and enrolling study candidates at school-based health centers in the city of Buffalo and providing student and parent asthma education. The preferred candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and experience with children and families from communities that experience health inequities.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

  • Recruit and enroll study participants, collect study data, and conduct follow-up evaluations.
  • Obtain detailed knowledge of all components of study protocols; complete all study activities accurately and completely.
  • Ensure appropriate informed consent processes are followed including discussion of treatment and intervention alternatives, and statements in the form are understood by study subjects and properly signed prior to the start of any study related procedure or treatment.
  • Perform spirometry testing (after participating in an online training course).
  • Perform home visits for enrollment if guardian is unable to meet at school.
  • Assess and ensure subject safety throughout their participation in the study.
  • Ensure that project recruitment goals and quality standards are met.
  • Serve as primary contact for the patients and their guardians in clinical trial.
  • Assist with data entry into electronic data capture system (REDCap).
  • Monitor for protocol compliance. Record protocol deviations.
  • Perform other study tasks as they arise.

This position involves local travel between study sites within the city of Buffalo. Use of personal vehicle is required. Reimbursement for mileage is provided.

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As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field and up to 2 years related experience.
  • Strong assessment, problem-solving, planning, and analytical skills.
  • Excellent organization and time management skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team setting.

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Master’s degree in related field.
  • Clinical experience in patient education.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and ability to read medical charts.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Physical Demands: 

Salary Range: $40,000 – $50,000

Additional Salary Information: The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Campus: Downtown Campus

Posting Alerts: 

Special Instructions Summary: 

Is a background check required for this posting? No

Background Check Notification: 

 

Contact Information

Contact’s Name: Deanna Hamilton

Contact’s Pronouns: 

Contact’s Title:  Senior Research Coordinator

Contact’s Email: deannah@buffalo.edu

Contact’s Phone: 716-323-0060

Posting Dates

Posted: 04/11/2025

Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled

Date to be filled:

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Number of References Required: 3

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  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume

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