Assistant, Clinical Research

The University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) - Emergency Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Research Assistant.
The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Maryland has approximately 75 board-certified or board eligible faculty members and a full roster of 49 residents enrolled in one of our three residency tracks (categorical, emergency medicine/internal medicine, or emergency medicine/pediatrics). At five clinical sites in Baltimore City, these mentoring physicians and physicians-in-training treat more than 182,000 patients each year. The selected candidate will perform duties that support the vision and mission of the department.

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). 

Employees whose job duties require them to work in clinical settings or at clinical or field sites continue to be subject to the vaccine requirements of those sites. This position is required to be vaccinated against COVID−19. For additional information on protocols and exemptions, please visit the COVID-19 website .

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Responsible for assisting with the performance of research projects in a clinical setting, including recruitment of potential study subjects and collection and organization of data.
• Assist with collecting data by conducting research interviews, reviewing medical charts, and accessing computerized medical information systems.
•  Assists with recruiting and screening subjects for research studies according to IRB-approved protocols.
• Assist in verifying participant eligibility; obtains consent and enrollment; and ensure accurate demographic information for follow-up.
• Assist with data analysis and interpretation, and the development of statistical reports of study data using descriptive statistics using SAS, STATA, and SPSS statistical software. Assists in developing, submitting, and providing content for grants, papers, abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations.
• Conducts and analyzes literature searches.
•  Assist the Principal Investigator and other research personnel in the development of research protocols and materials by providing study analysis and forming conclusions and recommendations.
• Assist in performing administrative duties. Maintains communication with participants and colleagues regarding protocolspecific information and research orders. It may also assist with providing assessments and ensuring protocol compliance while participants are in a study.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's degree in a scientific field of study related to the research of the clinical setting.
Experience: Prior clinical research experience preferred.
Other: May consider a combination of directly related experience and education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective
use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and
facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere
to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and
Discovery

Salary Range: $46,000 - $51,000 per year (commensurate with education and experience) 

UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at [email protected] .

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact [email protected] . Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.