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About Us - Values Overview:
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
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Department Summary
The Institute for Translational Research is devoted to bringing novel diagnostics and interventions to patients and families suffering from neurodegenerative diseases, fostering translational research in neurodegenerative diseases at UNTHSC, and Create solutions for a healthier community. Our team spans basic "bench-top" science, clinical research, community-based research and clinical trials. Our translational approach is intended to foster discovery and expedite those discoveries toward the benefit of those suffering from brain disease. A particular emphasis of ITR is the development of personalized (or person-focused) medicine for Alzheimer's disease.
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Position Overview
This position will support the ITR studies, staff and ITR participants and will assist with participants during the ITR studies as well as research administrative, scheduling duties and act as team lead.
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Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and one year experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge and skills in using a range of software programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), SPSS, STATA. Ability to work independently. Ability to organize and prioritize tasks. Ability to communicate effectively; perform other administrative/clerical tasks. Aptitude in general laboratory procedures, techniques, and documentation. Willingness to acquire competence in new techniques.
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Preferred Qualifications
High school education Two (2) years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bilingual Spanish/English required
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Job Duties:
- Scheduling of participants into various research studies and clinical trials
- Greet visitors and callers and directing them to the appropriate persons according to their needs
- Preparing and maintaining reports of participant throughput
- Liaison and contact for Midtown Medical for all MRI appointments and appointment changes
- Managing New/canceling/pending appointments
- Pay participants for their participation in the study and maintain payment logs
- Maintain participant tracking and reporting system for no shows, ratio, and source of call/referral
- Medical Exams: translate English to Spanish for Nurse Practitioner when needed
- Interview, Neuropsychological Testing, Blood draw, MRI, Medical Exam for each participant
- Blood draw: create blood draw entry, complete Quest lab forms for returning participants
- Server as team lead and other duties assigned
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Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8a - 5p On-Site
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Driving University Vehicle:
No
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Security Sensitive:
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
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Special Instructions:
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
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Benefits:
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
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EEO Statement:
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
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