Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
Emory is looking for an outgoing individual with strong written and verbal communication skills to be able to work both independently and as part of a team, to recruit participants for a high-volume infectious disease study in a limited period of time. Must have a flexible schedule that allows for some evening or weekend events as needed and must be able to work well and effectively with all segments of the community. Must be organized and able to effectively track contacts and work activities, create reports, as well as identify and communicate barriers and facilitators to recruitment to a larger study team. Bilingual (Spanish) and prior research experience preferred, but not required.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Recruits, screens, identifies, contacts, and interviews participants to obtain data for assigned research projects.
- Interviews may be conducted in person, in a clinical setting, the subject's residence, or by telephone.
- Coordinates the data collection process.
- May abstract data from the participant's medical record.
- Schedules appointments, obtains consent forms, explains the study to the participant and collects data.
- May observe participants and record results of observation through written documentation or video recording.
- Edits completed questionnaires for completeness, legibility and accuracy.
- Follows up with participants to obtain missing data or clarify existing data.
- Designs forms, worksheets and study questionnaires.
- May code and enter data into a database.
- Compiles data and produces reports to be used for analysis of research findings.
- May monitor blood pressure and heart rate and may take vital signs and height/weight measurements.
- May collect blood, saliva, or urine samples from participants and prepare them for laboratory testing.
- Provides direction to others engaged in the interviewing process.
- Maintains required record-keeping.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of administrative support, customer service or other related experience which includes one year of interviewing experience.
- Data entry experience.
- Positions that require drawing blood require completion of a phlebotomy training program.
NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.
Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.
Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.
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