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Open Date	02/09/2024
Requisition Number	PRN37664B
Job Title	Research Assistant/Analyst
Working Title	Data Abstractor
Job Grade	C
FLSA Code	Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?	No
Standard Hours per Week	40
Full Time or Part Time?	Full Time
Shift	Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area	President
Department	01497 - HCI Population Sci Study Suprt
Location	Other
City	Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment	External Posting
Pay Rate Range	20.00 to 23.00
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Job Summary	Full-time, remote work eligible opportunity to assist with research data collection for the Breast and Gynecologic Disease Center, focusing on gynecologic cancers, at Huntsman Cancer Institute. Utilize various clinical data sources to abstract information necessary for operational metrics, clinical research, and publications. Perform data entry and quality assurance of data. Run queries and create reports. Assist with the development of data structures to capture research data elements. Maintain work practice documents that outline all data collection activities. Must be detail oriented, able to work independently and as part of a team. Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to providing a fair and equitable environment for all to pursue their professional endeavors. Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve – which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming – with impact worldwide. Partnerships with individuals, communities, and many other entities are crucial to our work. Huntsman Cancer Institute values cancer-related health equity, and inclusion as integral to our guiding principle to serve our patients and their communities, and our commitment to foster a culture of belonging for all within our organization. In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your personal and professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute’s mission and this position. Learn more here
Responsibilities	Essential Functions 1. Collects and compiles data from a variety of sources, including medical records; will enter data into a PC or laptop. 2. Runs queries and reports. Compiles datasets for analysis. 3. Edits and maintains work practice documents outlining the process for collection and quality assurance of data. 4. Prepares format for final disposition of data; maintains an internal library on project information resources and final data collected. 5. Will work with research personnel in the design and preparation of research projects and in recording data. This will include attendance at regular meetings with team leaders. Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree in a Social or Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, or a field related to the area of research, or equivalency (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education); one year of experience in research and analytical techniques; demonstrated statistical and quantitative analysis experience; and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences	Experience with data entry and electronic data capture systems, like REDCap Proficient in Microsoft Excel Experience with EPIC, medical terminology, and cancer diagnostic terminology Comfortable engaging with Informatics staff as well as clinicians, communicating effectively Interest in long-term employment can compensate for lack of experience in these areas.
Type	Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information	The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)

• Yes
• No

* Please indicate your knowledge and/or level of experience in data collection and compilation, statistical analysis of data, and/or editing of research reports:

• None
• Minimal
• Moderate
• Extensive

Please indicate your knowledge and/or level of experience with medical terminology:

• Minimal
• Moderate
• Extensive

Please indicate your knowledge and/or level of experience with Microsoft Excel:

• Minimal
• Moderate
• Extensive

Please indicate your knowledge and/or level of experience with databases: • Minimal • Moderate • Extensive

(Open Ended Question)

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Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission

Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169

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