• Sr. Research Associate 2, SOM

    University of Miami (Miami, FL)


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    The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Otolaryngology is currently seeking a full time Sr. Research Associate 2 to work in Miami, FL. The Senior Research Associate 2 (second level research position, track one) supports research activities under the direction of a principle investigator, program director or designee of the principle investigator or program director.

    CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

    + Contributes to basic and applied research activities by collecting and analyzing data and maintaining databases.

    + Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.

    + Participates in the publication of significant results.

    + Advances expertise through continued education, training, and research.

    + Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.

    + Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.

    + Stays abreast of developments in the field which may impact department functions.

    + Provides guidance, mentorship, and oversight to junior research staff and students.

    + 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.

    CORE QUALIFICATIONS

    Master’s Degree in relevant field

     

    Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

    Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

    + Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.

    + Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.

    + Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

    DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

    Department Specific Functions

    + Direct and conduct research for projects with specific neurosensory outcomes

    + Coordinate participant visits in accordance with study protocols

    + Provide written and verbal updates on study progress

    + Acquire, store, and analyze data

    + Oversee other staff members role in research projects

    + Produce scholarly manuscripts on study progress

    + Update and file all necessary administrative and regulatory documents

    + Participate in conceptualization and perpetration of new studies

     

    Department Specific Qualifications

    Education:

    Master’s degree

    Certification and Licensing:

    Familiarity with regulatory aspects of research

    Experience:

    Minimum of 2 years working in a lab that does neurosensory research

    Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

    + Experience and expertise in collecting data using VR goggles, EEG devices, cognitive tests, and vestibular tests

    + Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks

    + Ability to collaborate within and outside the research group

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    The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

     

    UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

     

    The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here (https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information.

    Job Status:

    Full time

    Employee Type:

    Staff

    Pay Grade:

    A9