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Research Fellow-1

Washington, United States

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.

Here is what we offer:

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

Join Howard University and thrive with us!

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BASIC FUNCTION:

The primary purpose of this position is to facilitate the conduct of clinical, translational and basic science research projects in the Department of Dermatology.

Responsibilities include patient recruitment & follow-up, communication with local IRB and sponsors, data gathering & entry, handling of tissue samples, budgeting, organizing educational conferences, and other research-related tasks as needed.

SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY:

May involve supervision of entry level research coordinator(s)

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Internal contacts include students, faculty and staff.

External contacts include study sponsors, clinical trials staff, patients, parents, hospital officials, local health departments, community providers and the general public.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Facilitate the safe, ethical and regulatory-compliant conduct of research in the department of dermatology
Ensure study is compliance with local and federal laws and regulations
Create and/or maintain all documents and records related to the study
Act as a liaison between the PI and study sponsor
Prepare for site visits, regulatory visits, and audits
Maintain accurate records, including regulatory binders
Conduct patient recruitment and follow up for research studies
Data gathering and entry for research studies
Prepare and submit IRB applications
Collect and store study samples
Manage study budgets and purchasing
Assist with organizing research / educational conferences
Attend and present at dermatology and/or research conferences
Complete required training in research methods and regulatory compliance
Recruits and screens potential study participants and performs intake assessments
Acts as a point of reference for study participants by answering questions and keeping them informed on the study progress
Manages the inventory of equipment and supplies related to the study and orders more as needed
Attends meetings, events and seminars in order to promote studies
Collects specimens and inputs data and patient information into electronic systems
Creates reports on each study, including notes on protocols, workload, data collection, and more

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Ability to exercise discretion and ensure a high level of confidentiality.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Superior organizational and time management skills
Capable of working independently with minimal supervision and also as part of a team
Skilled with standard computer programs including the MS Office suite
Research experience, including use of statistical software preferred, but not required.
Ability to speak a second language is an asset, but not required
Understanding of medical terminology as well as standard clinical procedures and protocols

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least a Bachelor’s degree. Applicants may be current medical students taking an approved research year.

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