Research Associate-MR Radiology
The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics department of Radiology is seeking a a full-time Research Associate for the MR Research Facility. Working hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with some nights or weekends as business needs dictate. This Research Associate will promote the University's research mission by supporting scientific, scholarly and creative activities through scientific inquiry, open discovery, dissemination of new knowledge, administering programs, procedures and policies to assure compliance and to advance research, technology commercialization, or economic development.
JOB FAMILY/JOB FAMILY PURPOSE:
Provide support for research by conducting experiments, investigations or evaluations. Collect and analyze data and perform operational duties associated with the laboratory (bench and field), animal or human subjects’ research, or theoretical investigation. Research in the natural, health, physical and social sciences is included in this job family. Incumbents in this job family typically are involved in one or more aspects of conducting research or may manage/direct staff responsible for conducting research. Requires scientific and research expertise.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Research: Perform research activities in a specialized area. Research literature as requested. Adapt and perform protocols from the literature. Critically review literature for the purposes of furthering the research and developing new hypotheses in conjunction with other investigators.
The primary function of this position is to help with the recruitment and assessment of subjects for a study evaluating brain changes associated with suicidal behavior in major psychiatric and neurological disorders including bipolar disorder, major depression, and Parkinson’s disease. In addition, this position will be responsible for assuring study compliance, reviewing data quality and management. Other job requirements will include organization of data for analysis, support for paper and grant submissions, and coordination of research activities with a group of investigators.
Experiments, Investigations, Evaluations: Perform basic and complex procedures and techniques as outlined in research protocol, assure fidelity to protocols, may propose modifications to protocols and/or assist in the design of research protocols. Design portions of research plan. Monitor, test and evaluate current procedures. Identify and adhere to Quality Assurance practices to maintain validity and integrity of research data. Apply new methods/theories. Lead the recruitment of participants for a human subjects’ research study and develop a good rapport with research participants. Perform subject assessments such as evaluation of psychiatric symptoms and review of medical history. Assure study compliance and prepare documentation for annual review as well as modifications to the IRB. Oversee data entry into RedCap and monitor data quality on a regular basis.
Administrative and Project Management: Make recommendations regarding the validity of research subjects and data. Submit routine IRB, ACURF or similar protocol submissions, if applicable. Responsible for following guidelines and maintaining required documentation in support of safety programs.
Facilities and Equipment Management: Coordinate and manage equipment and facilities. Troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment failures and repairs. Coordinate software licenses as necessary to complete projects.
Supervision Exercised:
- May provide functional and/or administrative supervision.
Supervision Received:
- Supervision is received from the Director of the MR Research Facility and the Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Psychiatry
UNIVERSAL COMPETENCIES
Service Excellence/Customer Focus
- Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner. Ability to effectively transmit and interpret information through appropriate communication with internal and external customers.
Adheres to UIHC policies regarding personal conduct, including: following established leadership, remaining responsive to instruction and coaching from supervisors and meeting the standards of personal appearance, attendance and punctuality.
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
Pay Grade: 4A
Pay Structure A: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/professional-and-scientific-pay-structure
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, neuroscience, or related field
- 1-3 years minimum experience required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organization skills
- Ability to manage complex data
- Good customer service skills
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with databases
- Basic statistical analysis skills
- Previous experience in human subjects’ research
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload Cover Letter and Resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.
For additional questions or concerns, please reach out to Vincent Magnotta at vincent-magnotta@uiowa.edu.
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
