Project Assistant III

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

220 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14620

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

400054 Medicine M&D-Cardiology Div

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 103 H

Compensation Range:

$17.43 - $24.40

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE
This position will work daily to collect demographic data, complete data reviews, and conduct literature searches and concisely summarize results. database management and/ or data analysis. Assist and manage lab instruments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist and manage lab instruments including wearable sensors such as blood pressure cuffs, weight scales, and activity wristbands. Verify wearable and survey-related information and review records to ensure complete and accurate data.
• Maintain documentation and databases, as well as enter, organize, and verify data.  Conduct validity checks of data and obtains clarification. Input data into REDCap, run simple reports, conduct data cleaning procedures, assist with database edits and general maintenance.
• Perform additional data analysis duties including assisting with grants, presentations, posters, manuscripts, literature reviews, general office duties, etc 
• May perform specialized duties as assigned.
• Clients, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure effective communication and project delivery.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• College with courses in sciences and mathematics preferred.
• Database management and/ or data analysis preferred.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing preferred.
• Must be flexible, empathetic, and able to engage effectively with diverse populations preferred.
• Demonstrate efficiency in prioritizing assignments, as well as skill in proactively and independently resolving problems in the field and recommending/implementing continuous quality improvements preferred.
• Interested in science, health care, computer science preferred.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• HIPAA training preferred.

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