Research Associate

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This position will support collection and analysis of data obtained from patients enrolled in clinical studies (Grant U01DE03152) at the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research to assess patient performance and biomechanical functions before and after craniofacial surgery. Performs other duties as assigned. The research conducted by National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research at the site in Bethesda, Maryland is part of a multi-site clinical trial

25% - Essential - Serves as administration liaison between medical staff, nursing staff and patients, coordinates administrative work for group. Responsible for patient screening, consent and enrollment, coordinating travel arrangements, patient calendars, schedules, medical consults and guiding patients throughout the process. Authorize patient meal and travel vouchers (if required).

25% - Essential - Efficiently coordinates the care of patients with the research team and between multiple NIH medical and laboratory departments. This requires a mastery of medical record maintenance, operations and regulations with sufficient understanding of medical care responsibilities and research protocol parameters to direct questions to appropriate medical personnel.

25% - Essential - Requests, gathers, and collates outside medical records, radiology studies and lab results; scans documents into patient medical records as required and submits them to the appropriate clinician(s) for review. Organizes and manages the study team's records system(s); verifies that necessary documents are stored in proper location; maintains quality assurance.

15% - Essential - Data Management: Verify that appropriate study documentation is added to patient medical record (CRIS). Handle inquiries related to NIDCR protocols from current and prospective patients and physicians within and outside of the NIH. Provides full data entry from source documentation into research databases. Maintains electronic Case Report Forms (e-CRF's) for study team.

10% - Essential - Attends team meetings. Assists research team with data collection; when needed, transport study samples from clinic to research lab. Interpret and relate policies and procedures to patients and their families and to NIDCR staff and health care providers when necessary and upon request. Other duties not described necessary for the success of the study (as needed).

Education - High School or Equivalent
Work Experience - 2+ years

Education - 1st Associate's Degree - Dental Care
Work Experience - 3+ years

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

100% - Stand for prolonged period
100% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
100% - Walk or move about
100% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
100% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
100% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
100% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
100% - Recognize or inspect visually
100% - Move, transport, raise or lower
100% - Extends hands or arms in any direction
100% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

• Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)
• Noise
• Vibration
• Mechanical Hazards
• Chemical hazards
• Electrical hazards
• Radiant energy hazards
• Overnight Travel

Standard Hours: 37.5

Expected Salary Range: ($47,600.00 - $78,800.00)

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

August 7, 2025 at 1:59 PM (EST)

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email [email protected] upon submission of your application.

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.