Job Description
Research Assistant - IEA Location: Open Date: Description WELCOME TO CLEMSON! Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?
One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.
Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.
So,... are you ready?
JOB SUMMARY: The position is a staff role in Clemson University's Institute for Engaged Aging, with a dynamic team dedicated to the Institute's mission to find and share
the best ways to support and enrich the lives of older adults through research, education, and community outreach. Responsible for recruiting and
screening older adult research participants, administering informed consents, behavioral assessments, and study interventions, collecting, entering and
analyzing data, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements, and other duties as assigned. May also include possible phlebotomy duties including safely collecting, processing, storing, and shipping blood specimens; maintaining sterile equipment; and following all safety and study protocols. Performs other duties as assigned.
This position is located in Tampa, FL.
JOB DUTIES: 40% - Essential - Data Collection:
Collects data from various sites according to research protocols, ensuring high accuracy and attention to detail in all procedures.
Data Entry and Quality Control:
Maintains the quality of the data collected by ensuring proper entry and adherence to the protocols outlined for the study.
30% - Essential - Testing and Intervention Administration
Psychometric Testing:
Administers psychometric tests and questionnaires objectively and consistently to gather reliable data.
Intervention Administration:
Administers study interventions as per the protocol, ensuring the reliability of the study.
20% - Essential - Participant Recruitment and Engagement
Recruitment and Screening: Implements recruiting and screening protocols to identify eligible older adult participants for research studies, ensuring the diversity of participants.
Community Engagement: Travels to and attends community events to facilitate recruitment and meet enrollment targets.
Communication: Establishes and maintains rapport with study participants through regular communication, encouraging adherence to the
intervention and addressing their concerns professionally and sensitively.
5% - Non-Essential - Training and Public Communication
Training: Trains assistants and volunteers in gathering and entering data, ensuring consistency and reliability in data collection.
Public Communication: Crafts and disseminates information about the studies to the participants and the general public to foster awareness and engagement.
5% - Essential - Compliance and Regulation Adherence
Regulatory Adherence: Ensures that all research activities are in compliance with federal, state, and university
regulations, including IRB, Good Clinical Practice, and HIPAA guidelines.
Documentation: Oversees the proper documentation and maintenance of necessary documents as dictated by
regulatory guidelines.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education - 1st Bachelor's Degree - in a related field and work experience directly related to the assigned research area; or a high school diploma and advanced-journey level work experience in a clinical or research setting.
Work Exp - at least 1+ years research experience. Proficient with Office 365 and Zoom software.
This position requires direct contact with vulnerable populations and requires medical clearances and vaccinations against COVID-19 or other diseases.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: Preferred education area: Psychology, gerontology, health or behavioral sciences, other related field.
Experience working on NIH-funded studies and/or clinical trials. Experience working with older adults and/or diverse populations. Experience with REDCap and Qualtrics.
Valid and current phlebotomy certification.
RESPONSIBILITIES JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises Student Workers only - Supervises Student workers only
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 25% - Stand for prolonged period
40% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
40% - Walk or move about
5% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
5% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
5% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
20% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
85% - Recognize or inspect visually
20% - Move, transport, raise or lower
20% - Extends hands or arms in any direction
100% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision
WORKING CONDITIONS: 20% - Exposure to heat or cold
20% - Wet or humid
20% - Noise
60% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)
20% - Overnight Travel
WORK SCHEDULE: Standard Hrs: 37.5; Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
COMPENSATION INFORMATION Band: G08 (expected range $ 45,300.00 - $ 50,000)
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.
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL Normal Operations - Level 0
Required to follow emergency facility closure and modified operations directives,
and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.
JOB LOCATION: Tampa, Florida (at a Clemson-leased property)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 30, 2026
MILITARY AND VETERAN: 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 hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
CLOSING STATEMENT: 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.
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