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Research Study Assistant - Department of Oncology

Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedResearch Study Assistant - Department of Oncologyat its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

Recruits potential research study participants. Provides research study information and explain s research protocol. Obtains informed consent s from potential research study participants .

Collects data from potential research study participants by c onduct ing interviews , providing q uestionnaire s and tests and/or reviewing and extracting data from health and medical records . Ensures completeness and accuracy of data collected . Compiles , tabulates and/or codes participant data and enters into database. Updates database as necessary.

Follows -up with research study participants by conducting phone calls and/ or face-to-face visits . Provides additional research information , resolve s any data inaccuracies and collects samples as appropriate to study.

Assist s with c ollect ing , tracking, reviewing , analyzing and summariz ing research data. Creates reports, tables, charts, graphs and/or presentations . Communicates research information to appropriate parties . May assist with writing/preparing portions of grant applications and providing input to scientific papers and publications .

Completes all documents associated with current local, state, & federal regulatory guidelines, requirements, laws and research protocols.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Unique duties:

The Research Study Assistant recruits potential research study participants and provides education relating to the research study. Follows protocols, collects, processes and analyzes research data, ensuring accuracy and completeness. -Assist in community-engaged research promoting cancer screening among MENA and Arabic-speaking populations. -Support participant recruitment and engagement through outreach to community organizations and healthcare partners. -Conduct data collection, including surveys, interviews, and focus groups in Arabic and English. -Perform data entry and basic analysis using research tools under supervision. -Collaborate with research team to ensure culturally sensitive study implementation. -Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and literature reviews. -Participate in community events to support research initiatives.

Qualifications:

Education: High school completion (or GED)

Bachelor’s degree in a science related field preferred.

Experience: Entry level (no prior job-related work experience)

R esearch related experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to empathetically, effectively and professionally communicate verbally and in writing to a diverse population . Ability to speak, read and write fluent English. Ability to clearly and effectively present information one-on-one and in groups. Working knowledge of database software . Ability to accurately compile and analyze complex data sets and create and update spre adsheets, graphs and presentations based on data .

Preferred qualifications:

School/College/Division:

H06 - School of Medicine

Primary department:

H0632 - Oncology

Employment type:

+ Regular Employee

+ Job type: Full Time

+ Job category: Research

Funding/salary information:

+ Compensation type: Annual Salary

+ Hourly rate:

+ Salary minimum:

+ Salary hire maximum:

Working conditions:

Travel to off-campus sites may be required. Some evening and weekend hours required.

Job openings:

+ Number of openings: 1

+ Reposted position: No

+ Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)

+ Prior posting/requisition number:

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.