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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Vascular Surgery Research Assistant - Boca Raton, FL.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Screen potential study participants through medical record reviews, interviews and follow-ups with healthcare providers.

• Plans subsequent work with the approval of the principal investigator.

• Conducts in-depth literature searches of web-based information to identify industry and specialty best practices for research methods and quality control/performance improvement processes, and problem-solving collaborations.

• Establishes, develops and evaluates specialized protocols for execution of scholarly activities, including:

  • Screening and enrollment of subjects in to the study, data collection and management of medical record information into a database format, troubleshooting, optimization and quality control of the data with the use of databases such as REDcap.

  • Generate, update, and maintain study data documentation, and reports with the use of research databases as identified by the hospital and program.

• Ensure compliance with hospital-established Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes for case reports, Retrospective EMR studies and QI studies for each of the partnering hospitals.

• Contributes to the writing and/or editing of manuscripts and grants.

• Collect, enter, and manage research data using various databases and software tools. Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of all research data.

• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews to support research initiatives. Summarize findings and present them to the research team.

• Perform laboratory tasks, including specimen preparation, processing, and storage. Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with safety protocols.

• Assist in the recruitment and coordination of research participants. Conduct follow-up interviews and gather patient-reported outcomes.

• Prepare research documentation, including informed consent forms, study protocols, and progress reports. Coordinate meetings and communicate with internal and external stakeholders.

• Implement quality control measures to ensure the integrity of research data and adherence to study protocols.

• Other job-related duties as assigned.

The College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves.

FAU Benefits and Perks:

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
• Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php
• Sick Leave Pool Program
• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf
• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of experience; or an associate's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and three years of experience; or a high school diploma and five years of appropriate experience required.

Salary:

$55,000 - $65,000 per year.

College or Department:

COM: GME Program Administration

Location:

Delray Medical Center

Work Days and Hours:

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Evenings and weekends as needed.
This position eligible for flex scheduling under the discretion of the supervisor.

Application Deadline:

2024-08-14

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume



OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.


PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.


REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.

As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities.