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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 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 assist the clinical core and the department with maintaining current and upcoming participant scheduling and folder and assisting with core clerical needs. This includes creating folders, restocking supplies, updating participant folders with project notifications, organizing tester materials and back up for participant scheduling.
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Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Confident professional appearance and positive demeanor with ability to maintain composure under pressure
* Trustworthy with the ability to handle confidential information
* Performs collaboratively and with extraordinary teamwork
* Excellent written and oral communication proficiently, good organizational skills
* Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn internal processes and procedures, including purchasing, travel and accounting
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Job Duties:
- Maintain Clinical Core office supply inventory - Restock and maintain supplies as needed - Compare prices among vendors for budget considerations - Submit weekly supply order to Finance
- Maintain HD and Tau participant folder inventory - Apply and track the labeling system for Research and Med ID’s - Ensure sufficient number of folders are available each week (for both Spanish and English, Visit 1’s and follow-ups)
- Manage blood draws - Manage flow of participants for blood draws - Enter necessary information in lab interfacing system - Coordinate blood runs - Maintain blood card supply - Maintain Quest supply inventory (tubes, lab bags, Quest forms) - Make appointments for blood draws with Quest when necessary - Train new staff on blood draw management and maintain SOP updates when necessary
- Maintain IRB compliance - Update all participant folders, form and copies with newly stamped IRB approvals immediately after receiving notification - Display and update current IRB approval dates to further ensure correct folders are used
- Facilitate tester processes - Create stimulus material, such as laminated cards for protocol administration - Create visual displays, such as a representation of proper way to set up blood tubes - Maintain mailing chart string stock for testers to use with feedback letters - Provide paper copies of protocols for testers to use when system is down
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Physical Requirements:
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
- Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
- Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
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Environmental Hazards:
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
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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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