Clinical Research Associate

at  Temple University

Grade: T24
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The College of Public Health at Temple University is seeking a Full Time Clinical Research Associate to work on projects involving children and adults with and without voice disorders in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders Vocal Development Lab.
Essential functions: The Clinical Research Associate will assist with maintaining communication between partnering clinical sites and Temple. The Clinical Research Associate’s responsibilities also include assisting with participant recruitment and scheduling; data collection and analysis; assisting with preparing IRB renewals and NIH submissions and progress reports; interfacing with University operations (e.g., room scheduling, petty cash/gift card office); and assisting with day-to-day operations including purchasing (e.g., office supplies, prizes for children); working alongside research assistants; and other duties as assigned under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
At Temple, you will find it easy to fit in while staying true to yourself. We value what makes each employee unique and strive to maintain a culture of diversity and inclusion. As an employee, you will enjoy our collaborative team-based culture that values innovation and creativity.
Visit https://careers.temple.edu/careers-temple to learn more about the benefits of working at Temple University.
Required Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders or related field, and a minimum of two years of directly related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Must be able to obtain Act 33 Clearances.
• Ability to work with a diverse population of children, adolescents, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated computer skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Familiarity with the program Praat and maxQDA is strongly preferred

This position requires a background check.
This position requires Child Abuse Certifications prior to the commencement of service.
This is a grant funded position.
This position is temporarily assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.
Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.
In accordance with the City of Philadelphia’s COVID-19 mandate, all Temple University students, faculty, staff, and contractors working in a healthcare setting must be fully vaccinated before receiving authorization to work unless they have a medical or religious exemption approved by the University. An individual is considered fully vaccinated two (2) weeks following the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or two (2) weeks following a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Individuals who do not meet the University’s vaccination or exemption requirement will be prohibited from working until proof of full vaccination or an exemption is requested and approved. For more information, visit the University’s Vaccines web page at https://www.temple.edu/coronavirus/vaccines.
Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.
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