Community Scientist at University Health Partners of Hawaii

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jul, 26

Salary

36.0

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Community outreach, Clinical trial education, Communication, Cultural competency, Project management, Attention to detail, Interpersonal skills, Advocacy

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

POSITION SUMMARY The Community Engagement Scientist supports community outreach and education about clinical trial opportunities at the Ho‘ōla Early-Phase Clinical Research Center (EPCRC). ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS * Help address misconceptions and cultural concerns about clinical trial participation within the community * Serve as trusted liaisons who can explain trial concepts in culturally appropriate ways * Assist with identification of community partners and venues for outreach events * Provide feedback to our research team on community perspectives and barriers to participation * Complies with all legal requirements and company policies. * Performs all other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Education/Training * High School Diploma or equivalent Experience * One of the following: * Cancer patient or survivor * Family member or caregiver of a cancer patient or survivor * Healthcare worker * Community member interested in advocating for cancer patients and survivors * Community member interested in learning about and supporting cancer research Skills Knowledge * Ability to interact positively with study subjects and their families/associates, other health care and research professionals, and sponsor representatives. * Ability to manage and prioritize multiple ongoing/concurrent projects and tasks. * Works autonomously with minimal supervision, while also understanding the boundaries of the role, responsibilities, and experience. Seeks guidance and clarification from appropriate protocol-involved personnel when necessary. * Demonstrates strong organizational skills, attention to detail and desire to learn. * Strong and effective written and verbal communication skills, and interacts with supervisors, co-workers, and others respectfully and professionally at all times. BENEFITS * Pay rate: Hyperbaric Clinician Trainee - $18/hr. Hyperbaric Clinician range: $30/hr. to $36/hr. * Retirement plan with 3% dollar-for-dollar company matching contributions * Employee assistance program (EAP) * Pet insurance with competitive premium rate UHP is an EEO Employer.

Responsibilities

The Community Engagement Scientist supports outreach and education regarding clinical trial opportunities at the EPCRC. They serve as a liaison to address cultural concerns and identify community partners to facilitate research participation.