Post-Bac Clinical Research Assistant position with the UMD School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry!

Clinical Research Assistant
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Department of Psychiatry
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The University of Maryland Department of Psychiatry is hiring a Clinical Research Assistant to support the expanding Maryland Addiction Consultation Service (MACS). The position is responsible for assisting with the performance of research projects for MACS, including recruitment of potential study subjects and collection and organization of data. The Research Assistant, Clinical is expected to work independently and knows and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of particular field of specialization.

The Maryland Addiction Consultation Service Technology Transfer (MACS TT) offers free services,

This Exempt, Regular position offers a generous benefits package that includes 22 vacation days, 14 floating and holidays, 15 sick days; comprehensive health insurance and retirement options; and tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any of the University System of Maryland schools.

Essential Functions:
-Independently establishes and maintains database files using computer applications such as SPSS and Microsoft Excel. Performs data checks and data cleaning. Checks validity and accuracy of data.
-Receives, inventories, enters, and organizes collected data. Check validity and accuracy of data ensuring compliance with quality control requirements.
-Assists with data cleaning and preparation of data reports to the Maryland Behavioral Health Administration.
-Develops statistical reports of study data using SPSS software, Microsoft Office, and Qualtrics online survey software.
-Searches relevant literature, develops conclusions on research findings
-Prepare and present reports for presentation or submittal to sponsoring agent, Principal Investigators, and staff.
-Performs administrative duties such as: assisting in developing and submitting grants, papers, abstracts, manuscripts and presenting studies; developing protocol manuals and data collection instruments
-Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Education: 
including consultation, training, technology transfer, and technical assistance to prescribers and clinics across the state on evidence-based, comprehensive care for treatment of substance use disorders.
Bachelors in Epidemiology, Sociology, Psychology, Nursing or field of study related to the research of the clinic
Experience: Prior clinical research preferred
Other: May consider a combination of directly related experience and education.

The Hiring Range for this position is in the low $40,000s, commensurate with education and experience. Apply HERE