JOB SUMMARY:

This is a term Research Analyst II position The analyst will work with the Ortho-trauma team on ongoing and new Major Extremity Trauma Consortium (METRC) studies, including Prevent Clot, A-Prep, and Weight Bearing. The candidate will assist with data collection and organization, recruit and interview study participants, update manuals and database files, coordinate lab maintenance, and assist with manuscript preparation."

Department/Unit Summary:

Position Shift:

• Full Time/Non-Exempt Position

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Key Responsibilities

• Collect, organize, and evaluate data from a variety of reference sources
• Develop and document reports and analyses summarizing progress, trends, and conclusions
• Prepare reports for analysis of research data
• Assist in modification and coordination of research procedures and techniques
• Recruit and/or interview study participants
• Develop forms and questionnaires that will collect the appropriate data
• Create database files and maintain records
• Assist in the preparation of materials for publication
• Edit and/or type manuscripts according to accepted practices
• Create informational materials related to research/study for dissemination to study participants, researchers, community
• Make presentation of study concepts in group session
• Presentations are conducted in a professional manner
• Keep abreast of trends in field of study
• Read professional journals and attend meetings and/or seminars
• Supervise Research Analyst I, technical support staff and student assistants
• Plan, train, and assign work
• Coordinate maintenance of lab.
• May assist in space and facilities planning.
• Order supplies and equipment.
• Manage inventory of supplies and equipment.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance.
• Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems.
• Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job.
• Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.