Research Technician - HPRC

University of Oklahoma

Oklahoma, OK

ID: 7108943 (Ref.No. ta222323)
Posted: August 24, 2022
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

Job Description

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OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center is Oklahoma’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Cancer Center, and one of only 71 NCI-Designated Cancer Centers in the United States. This highly competitive accreditation ensures that our patients receive the highest standard of care and have access to the most advanced cancer treatment options.

The Stephenson Cancer Center is now hiring for a Research Technician at the Health Promotion Research Center. This position will work on a variety of NIH-funded pain psychology, cancer, and palliative care research projects that focus on adult patient populations. The Research Technician’s efforts will primarily be focused on interacting with study participants in person and via phone, assisting in the development of study intervention materials with an external app development company, maintaining regulatory documents, tracking all study documentation and communication, and conducting medical record reviews.

Duties:

  • Collect, enter, and maintain research data (e.g., in person questionnaires, smartphone-based questionnaires) pertaining to smartphone and tablet-based research projects
  • Conduct medical record reviews for a variety of cancer types with a focus on tracking the trajectory of patient care and outcomes after a cancer diagnosis
  • Recruit and consent patients from outpatient oncology clinics to participate in clinical and socio-behavioral research studies, specifically mobile health app research
  • Directly contact adult patients in clinic and/or over the phone
  • Conduct check-ins with active participants of studies
  • Assist the study team in refining a new pain management phone app for patients, with a specific focus on cognitive behavioral therapy for pain and opioid management information
  • Assist in simple clinical research projects collecting data from patients and/or participates in a study or project
  • Collects various forms of data pertaining to the research project or projects, which could include database information patient consent forms, and/or hard files
  • Interprets and analyzes data and discusses with principal investigator
  • Prepares reports concerning the progress of the project
  • Keeps detailed logs of all research related activities
  • Conducts literature searches
  • Conducts data analyses, interprets results, summarizes findings, and presents to Principal Investigator
  • Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position
 

Job Requirements

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Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a Biological Science, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, or other health related field.

Equivalency/Substitution:Will accept 48 months experience in lieu of Bachelor's Degree.

Skills:

  • Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and regulations.
  • Proficient with computers including data software and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word)
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to be detail oriented.
  • Ability to collect and analyze data.

Working Conditions:

  • Physical: Standing for prolonged periods. Manual dexterity. Reaching, bending, stooping, and walking.
  • Environmental: Laboratory Environment. Exposure to chemicals, biohazardous materials, carcinogens, or other hazardous materials.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement  

The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.  

Diversity Statement  

The University of Oklahoma is committed to achieving a diverse, equitable, and inclusive university community by recognizing each person's unique contributions, background, and perspectives. The University of Oklahoma strives to cultivate a sense of belonging and emotional support for all, recognizing that fostering an inclusive environment for all is vital in the pursuit of academic and inclusive excellence in all aspects of our institutional mission.

 


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