Careers in Quality

The Department of Public Health Sciences at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a full time Research Support Specialist to support federal and state-funded research projects focused on firefighter health and safety. The Caban-Martinez Lab is focused on surveillance and the design/evaluation of workplace interventions to improve the health of first responders. Dr. Alberto Caban-Martinez leads the efforts for the Fire Fighter Cancer Cohort Study (FFCCS) and is seeking a talented clinical research coordinator to support the research and administrative activities of this longitudinal cohort study.  Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.  Collects and analyzes data, ensures accurate written and computerized records.  Records research procedures and results; maintains records, codes data for electronic data capture.  Responsible for lab housekeeping duties, such as stock lab consumables, maintain sample biorepository.  Collect and enter data into data repositories.  Process research samples.  Input data into REDCap.  Work with study coordinator to get informed consent.  Assist with collection and administration of surveys.  Assists in maintaining /logs progress reports to track both currently enrolled as well as follow-up participants.  Organizes/schedules investigator meetings and fire service site recruitment and data collection.  Complete assignments accurately and with attention to detail.  Prepares analytical reports relative to research data.  Monitors progress of research projects and coordinates information between research team.  Work with senior scientist(s) to optimize field data collection protocols and troubleshoot issues.  Prepare and deliver concise presentations to internal peer review groups.  Commitment to the University’s core values.  Operates and maintains and adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.  Execute the plan developed for collection of protocol specific subject specimens, i.e.  blood specimen, tissue samples, etc. as per protocol. Works closely with research coordinators to ensure that specimens are collected as required.  The Research Support Specialist performs a variety of duties involved in the collection, compilation, and documentation of research data related to the assigned research studies. The incumbent also assists with the implementation of daily study activities and provides statistical support to these activities.  Researches, collects, analyzes, and synthesizes data and maintains databases. Conducts quality assurance checks, reports on the status of research activities, and submits monthly activity logs for protocol. Organizes and coordinates community working group meetings for protocol activities. Serves as primary point of contact for community partners and supervises and oversees research data collection at protocol venues in the community. Reviews study progress, identifies areas of opportunity, and recommends solutions. Prepares and updates study research procedures manual. Assists with the preparation of grant proposals by processing regulatory documents for all institutions and offices involved. Contributes to the publication and presentation of significant results and writes and edits material for publication and presentation. Maintains research files and responds to phone calls on the research study phone line. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

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.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required

Certification and Licensing:

Certification in relevant specialty or field

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required. Research in clinical settings, hospitals, etc. or study coordination. Phlebotomy experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• High-level interpersonal skills are required.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

• Excellent English oral and written communication skills and strong computer skills are required.

• Knowledge of medical terminology.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Commitment to the University’s core values.