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Summary:

The Division/Department of Surgery in the Lewis Katz School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated individual to assist with ongoing research projects.

Under the direct supervision of the Research Administrator, the Research Specialist will assist with recruiting, evaluating and enrolling patients in active clinical trials; assist with obtaining informed consent, collect and enter study data, and schedule subjects for study visits; the Research Specialist will play a critical part in the success of the clinical trials and therefore you should be able to work independently and within a team. In addition the Research Specialist will assist with conducting clinical trials; primary contact for research subjects; manage data collection and data entry; process and ship laboratory specimens and present project updates at clinical research meetings. Performs other related duties as assigned.

At Temple, you will find it easy to fit in while staying true to yourself. We value what makes each employee unique and strive to maintain a culture of diversity and inclusion. As an employee, you will enjoy our collaborative team-based culture that values innovation and creativity.

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Required Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of directly related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.

• Excellent written and oral communications skills.

• Excellent Computer skills.

• Able to resolve problems/issues.

• Detail oriented.

• Knowledge of medical terminology.

• Flexible in an ever-changing environment.

• Proficient is standard computer programs (word, excel, etc.)

• Aptitude in professionalism.

• Must be willing to work 2nd shift 1pm-9pm on a rotating basis.

This position requires a background check.

This position requires Child Abuse Certifications prior to the commencement of service.

This is a grant funded position.

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Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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