Research Professional 1

The 10,000 Families Study at the University of Minnesota is seeking a detail-oriented recent or upcoming graduate to support participant engagement efforts, data collection, and general study operations. This role is ideal for individuals interested in public health, epidemiology, or health sciences who are looking to gain hands-on research experience.
The 10,000 Families Study is led by multidisciplinary researchers at the University of Minnesota in the Schools of Medicine and Public Health in partnership with the Masonic Cancer Center. The 10,000 Families Study is a cohort study that looks at lifestyle, genetic, and environmental influences on health.

This role will maintain strong communication with study participants and support day-to-day logistical needs, including outreach, shipping/mailing study materials, and other administrative tasks. This position is well-suited for a recent graduate seeking meaningful research experience in a supportive academic environment.

Summary:
This position will be responsible for providing direct participant support to improve participant engagement and retention, as well as general administrative support to the study team. The incumbent will be required to follow Good Clinical Practice (GCP), university policy, and study specific protocols to ensure data integrity and participant privacy. The position will be hybrid, with most in person work taking place on the West Bank.

Specific Responsibilities

Participant Support (85%)
* Call study participants to provide reminders to complete study steps, answer questions, and support engagement efforts, document participant interactions in REDCap
* Prepare, assemble, and ship study kits according to protocol
* Prepare and mail participant letters and other materials
* Respond to participant emails
* Support general administrative and operational needs of the research team
* Assist with in-person health assessment visits
Administrative Support (15%)
* Attend weekly team meetings
* Support general administrative needs of the research team

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials.

Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree, or a combination of education and relevant work experience to equal at least four years.
* Strong verbal communication skills and professional phone etiquette
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to work evenings and weekends
* Transportation to events locally and within Greater Minnesota.

Preferred Qualifications
* Previous experience in research, customer service, or call-based roles
* Familiarity with REDCap
* Bilingual

The Masonic Cancer Center (MCC) is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center dedicated to cancer research, education, and patient care for the citizens of Minnesota and the surrounding region. Since the time of the first award in 1997, there has been consistent growth of the membership and research base, enabling our center to further advance our knowledge and enhance care for our catchment area. We are driven to be the choice academic healthcare environment for patients, clinicians, scientists and students who seek exceptional, compassionate, precision cancer therapy; innovative clinical trials and prevention programs; cutting-edge research opportunities; and outstanding advanced education.

Pay Range: $49,500-$52,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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