Posting Details
Position Information
Fiscal Year
2025-2026
Position Title
Research Assistant, Project ASTHMA
Classification Title
Project Staff Assistant (Non-exempt)
Department
Pediatrics
Posting Number
R260082
Posting Link
https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/62805
Employer
Research Foundation
Position Type
RF Professional
Job Type
Full-Time
Appointment Term
Salary Grade
N/E.99
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
The Department of Pediatrics at the University at Buffalo is seeking a dedicated Research Assistant for a community intervention study for children with frequent asthma symptoms. Reporting to the Principal Investigator (PI) and the Senior Research Coordinator, the Research Assistant will support a four-year study and be responsible for recruiting and enrolling study candidates at school-based health centers in the city of Buffalo and providing student and parent asthma education. The preferred candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and experience with children and families from communities that experience health inequities.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Recruit and enroll study participants, collect study data, and conduct follow-up evaluations.
- Obtain detailed knowledge of all components of study protocols; complete all study activities accurately and completely.
- Ensure appropriate informed consent processes are followed. This includes discussing treatment and intervention alternatives, confirming that subjects understand statements in the form, and obtaining proper signatures prior to the start of any study related procedure or treatment.
- Provide asthma education to caregivers and their child
- Perform spirometry testing (after participating in an online training course).
- Perform home visits for enrollment if guardian is unable to meet at school.
- Assess and ensure subject safety throughout their participation in the study.
- Ensure that project recruitment goals and quality standards are met.
- Serve as primary contact for the patients and their guardians in clinical trial.
- Assist with data entry into an electronic data capture system (REDCap).
- Monitor for protocol compliance. Record protocol deviations.
- Perform other study tasks as they arise.
This position involves local travel between study sites within the city of Buffalo. Reimbursement for mileage is provided.
A valid Class D driver's license to operate a motor vehicle is required or candidate must otherwise demonstrate their capacity to meet the transportation requirements of the position.
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- Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
- Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.
As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- A valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle is required or candidate must otherwise demonstrate his/her capacity to meet the transportation requirements of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in related field
- 2 years of experience in clinical research
- Clinical experience in patient education
- Knowledge of medical terminology and ability to read medical charts.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
Our University Community
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements
This position does not drive a university owned vehicle
Salary Range
$40,000 - $50,000
Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Hours
Monday - Friday
Hours varied
Campus
Downtown Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information
Contact's Name
Deanna Hamilton
Contact's Pronouns
she/her
Contact's Title
Senior Research Coordinator
Contact's Email
deannah@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone
716-323-0060
Posting Dates
Posted
06/05/2026
Deadline for applicants
Open Until Filled
Date to be filled
08/01/2026
References
Number of references required
3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant