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Open Date	02/26/2024
Requisition Number	PRN37806B
Job Title	PS Research Assistant/Analyst
Working Title	PS Research Assistant/Analyst
Job Grade	C
FLSA Code	Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?	Yes
Standard Hours per Week	40
Full Time or Part Time?	Full Time
Shift	Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area	U of U Health - Academics
Department	00235 - Infectious Disease
Location	Campus
City	Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment	External Posting
Pay Rate Range	12.02 to 21.63
Close Date
Open Until Filled	No
Job Summary	We are seeking a Research Assistant who will work across two projects that focus on global antimicrobial stewardship. The work will be performed under the mentorship of two faculty members at the University of Utah: Daniel Leung (Associate Professor of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases) and Melissa Watt (Associate Professor of Population Health Sciences, Division of Health System Innovation and Research). The Research Assistant will get hands-on experience in the administration and execution of NIH-funded global health research, team-science, and protocol development and implementation. The individual will have the opportunity to develop their research skills across multiple methodological approaches, including qualitative research methods and implementation science.
Responsibilities	The Research Assistant will work primarily across two NIH-funded research studies, with additional studies potentially added over time. The individual will have many opportunities to contribute to the scientific process, and can expect authorship commensurate with contribution. The individual should expect to receive on-going mentorship as part of their daily responsibilities. In addition, the supervising faculty will schedule regular mentorship meetings to discuss professional development. PROJECT 1. Development of clinical decision tools for management of diarrhea of children in high and low resource settings (R01 AI35115, PI Leung, 2022-27) Diarrheal diseases are the among the leading cause of death in children worldwide. Given that treatment for diarrheal diseases is frequently empiric, based mostly on clinical suspicion for bacterial causes, antimicrobials are overused in management of diarrheal illness worldwide. In high-income countries, diagnostic testing is oftentimes overutilized. Thus, there is a need for clinical decision support tools (CDSTs) for antimicrobial and diagnostic stewardship. This study will determine the potential feasibility, utility, and economic impact of an electronic CDST that estimates diarrheal etiology to decrease antibiotic prescription rates. The work is being conducted in three settings: Utah, Bangladesh, and Mali. In each setting, we will conduct qualitative in-depth interviews (IDIs) with patient caregivers and IDIs with health care providers. We will thereafter conduct focus group discussions (FGDs) with health care providers to share and discuss a prototype of the electronic CDST. The Research Assistant will be responsible for the following tasks in conjunction and with oversight from the faculty investigators: Assist in compilation of grant progress reports to the NIH Develop context-specific study protocols, unique for the three study settings Conduct qualitative interviews and focus group discussion with clinicians and patient caregivers in Utah Develop training materials in qualitative methods for the partners in Bangladesh and Mali Lead the qualitative analysis of the data, including memo writing and coding in qualitative software Ensure the timely and efficient conduct of the study, responding to challenges that may arise Contribute to other grants resulting from study findings (e.g., literature searches, figure generation). PROJECT 2. A mobile health tool to improve antibiotic stewardship among village doctors in Bangladesh (PI Leung, R21 HD109819, 2022-27) In rural Bangladesh, village doctors are typically the first point of contact for children with diarrhea, and are a significant source of antibiotics. In this application, we are working with our partners in Bangladesh (icddr,b) to adapt and pilot test an electronic CDST to support these rural health care providers in the management of pediatric diarrhea. We will conduct the study in two phases: in the first phase, we will adapt the electronic CDST via a user centered design process, and in the second phase we will evaluate the tool using a cluster-randomized pilot study. The Research Assistant will be responsible for the following tasks in conjunction and with oversight from the faculty investigators: Assist in compilation of grant progress reports to the NIH Develop and monitor the study protocol, together with partners at icddr,b Support the icddr,b study team in the mapping and surveying of village doctors, and the collection of in-depth interview and focus group data Lead the qualitative analysis of the data, including memo writing and coding in qualitative software Ensure the timely and efficient conduct of the study, responding to challenges that may arise Contribute to other grants resulting from study findings (e.g., literature searches, figure generation). 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 (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); one year of experience in research and analytical techniques; demonstrated statistical and quantitative analysis experience; and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required. This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
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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.

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

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* 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
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