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Job Description Summary Implements, coordinates, and administers human subjects research data collection measures, to include but not limited to demographic and medical assessments/reviews, nutritional surveys, muscular function and strength evaluations, anthropomorphic assessments, dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA), and/or self-report physical activity assessments and accelerometry. Employee also may participate in planning and implementing study recruitment activities and in participant eligibility screening/determination. Interaction with study participants is substantial, however additional responsibilities such as protocol development, adverse event management and reporting, and Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) reporting may be required. Interacts with study subjects, other departmental or University staff, study project manager, and Principal Investigator (PI); may also interact with external stakeholders on behalf of PI and employ independent decision-making with regards to implementation of study protocols, as appropriate. Position is grant-funded (2.0 yrs) and subject to annual renewal by sponsor. Job Description

Essential Functions:

• In collaboration with the study project manager and PI, may execute recruitment plans and conduct eligibility pre-screening via telephone or in-person interviews. Schedules participant data collection visits and coordinates with other study personnel, including team members at Wake Forest University Health Sciences, 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.
• 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.

Other Functions:

• 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).
• Trains new personnel as needed

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Bachelors degree in Health & Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or related field, Masters degree preferred. Prior human subjects research experience preferred. 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.
• Phlebotomy certification and experience required, or must be willing to obtain as soon as possible after hire

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for own work.
• May oversee the 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.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift objects weighing 25lbs occasionally; Ability to bend, stoop, grasp, and reach.

Environmental Conditions:

• Not exposed to adverse environmental conditions; work is performed in indoor settings with climate control; May perform venipuncture, finger stick blood glucose testing, etc.; PPE and training in Blood-Borne Pathogens provided

Additional Job Description Time Type Requirement Full time Note to Applicant:

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status.

Accommodations for Applicants

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.

Wake Forest University

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