Research Assistant Intern

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Hussman Institute has an exciting opportunity for a Research Assistant Intern position. The incumbent provides support in the performance of research related tasks for the assigned department(s) including data compilation, manipulation, and presentation. Additionally, the Research Assistant Intern leverages knowledge to perform complex duties involved in conducting physical, chemical, biological, and other research laboratory tests, experiments, and determinations.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                           

• Performs literature research.

• Compiles reference and statistical data into standard formats.

• Analyzes and presents data and information in written, oral or graphical forms.

• Documents experiment results and draws tentative conclusions.

• Prepares and conducts literature reviews on proposed topics.

• Maintains accurate records of research protocols documentation.

• Participates in the preparation of research papers and abstracts.

• Coordinates database management.

• Performs special projects and assignments in a timely fashion.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                        

• High School diploma or equivalent required

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Department Specific Functions

The Research Assistant Intern will perform several studies working with our clinical research group.  They will be fully trained in neuropsychological testing for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia.  They will also undergo phlebotomy certification.  They will become and active and contributing member of our community outreach team.

They will become versed in outreach education materials that specifically deal with brain health and dementia.  They will actively work in the community by visiting homes, adult day centers and related facilities to give presentations and to answer questions about genetic research participation.

They will travel with the team to both South Florida areas and beyond to ascertain, clinically asses Alzheimer’s disease patients and their family members as well as cognitively intact individuals study inclusion.

Confer with principal investigator to review work assignments and develop plans for compilation and analysis of data.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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