Research Area Specialist Assoc

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Job Summary

Seeking a part-time Research Area Specialist Associate to join the team of Dr. Joyce Lee at the Susan B. Meister Child Health Evaluation and Research Center, Department of Pediatrics. The Research Assistant will have the opportunity to provide research support on projects related to child health, obesity and diabetes. 

Responsibilities*

  • Conduct literature reviews 
  • Verify and validate clinical data where needed 
  • Assist with the preparation of tables and figures 
  • Draft Manuscripts  
  • Submit manuscripts
  • Other duties as assigned by Principal Investigators

Required Qualifications*

Proficiency in conducting literature reviews in PubMed and other similar databases

Proficiency in the use of Michart; EndNote; MS Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel; R or other programming/analysis software 

Ability to work both independently and as a team member

Strong attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Excellent attendance, ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, manage deadlines without undue stress and exercise good judgment

Modes of Work

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