Research Assistant, Department of Health & Exercise Science

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• Locate the "Resume/CV" document upload section at the bottom of the page.
• Use the "Select Files" button to upload your cover letter, resume, and any other required supporting documents. You can select multiple files.

• In collaboration with the study project manager and PI, may conduct eligibility pre-screening via telephone or in-person interviews. Schedules participant data collection visits and coordinates with other study personnel to ensure efficient collection of study data while minimizing participant burden.
• In compliance with study protocols, collects, enters/downloads, transforms, cleans, and/or manages human subjects research data. Exercises judgment to revise or adapt protocols as required.
• In compliance with study protocols, delivers and manages research-related nutrition, weight loss, physical activity, and/or exercise interventions for adults. Exercises independent judgment to revise or adapt protocols within the context of participant capabilities and study aims.
• At discretion of project manager and/or PI, may monitor subject compliance with study data collection protocols and prepare individual progress reports for participants. May administer contact protocol for follow-up with non-adherent study participants.
• May organize, compile, and enter study data into web-based data entry application(s) and perform data verification and “cleaning” functions.
• Uses professional judgment to ensure the safety of study participants and ensure operational efficiency. Makes independent decisions concerning participants and special situations related to study intervention(s).
• Complies with Institutional policies, study protocols and procedures, and DHHS and IRB guidelines for human subjects research.

• May oversee work of student workers. Performs planning, organizing, or administrative functions in support of and necessary to the successful completion of study protocol(s).

• Bachelor’s degree in Health & Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or related field. NIH-approved training in the protection of human subjects required within three months of hire.
• General knowledge of human subjects research procedures and practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster relationships with individuals who have diverse educational and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Proficiency with word processing software (preferably Word) and spreadsheet applications; familiarity with database applications and statistical software.

• Master’s degree in Health & Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or related field.
• Prior human subjects research experience.

• Responsible for own work.
• May oversee work of student employees, volunteers, and/or interns.
• May exercise independent judgment in working and collaborating with personnel from Wake Forest School of Medicine / Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

• Ability to lift objects weighing 25# occasionally
• Ability to bend, stoop, grasp, and reach
• Not exposed to adverse environmental conditions; work is performed in indoor settings with climate control
• May perform finger stick blood glucose testing, etc.; PPE and training in Blood-Borne Pathogens provided

• No environmental conditions

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