Program Representative 1: Research Assistant

Program Representative 1: Research Assistant Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job... Please see Special Instructions for more details. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by July 9, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants. Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position. Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week). PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties. Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range. For additional information please contact: Emily Short shortem@ohsu@edu 503-494-9146 OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu. Position Details Position Information Department Pharmacy Professnl Instr (PHR) Classification Title Program Representative 1 Job Title Program Representative 1: Research Assistant Appointment Type Classified Staff Job Location Portland Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Yes Employment Category Limited Duration Job Summary This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Program Representative 1 position for the College of Pharmacy at Oregon State University (OSU). This position is located in Portland, Oregon. This is a limited duration appointment expected to last until approximately September 30, 2025. The primary mission of the College of Pharmacy is to advance societal health through leadership in pharmacy education, research, community engagement, and improved patient care. This position will primarily support a CDC-funded research study on respiratory tract infections among nursing home residents. This position will primarily entail collection of research data from electronic health records, collection of nasal swab specimens from nursing home residents, and shipment of nasal specimens to a central laboratory for analysis. Driving is required to travel to/from study sites. Mileage will be reimbursed. Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all. FACTS: • Top 1.4% university in the world • More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined • 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S. • 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties • 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone • 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates • 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color • 217k+ alumni worldwide • For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about Locations: Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport. Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances. Total Rewards Package: Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including: • Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents. • Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources. • Retirement savings paid by the university. • A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave. • Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities. • Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program. Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU. Key Responsibilities 50% – Collection of nasal swabs, on-site antigen testing of nasal swabs for respiratory infection, and shipment of specimens to central laboratory for analysis. Address any concerns during the swab collection process with sensitivity and respect. 25% – Collection of electronic health record data and entry into study databases 15% – Consent/assent and enrollment of nursing home residents for participation in research, providing clear, culturally sensitive information during the consent process. 5% – Administering surveys and data collection forms to nursing home staff 5% – Attendance at weekly research team meetings What We Require Two years of technical or professional-level experience advising and/or instructing the public concerning specific programs or processes, monitoring programs, or performing participant reviews. What You Will Need • Ability to holistically consider equity, inclusion, and social justice throughout the research data collection process. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030. What We Would Like You to Have • Bachelor’s Degree in the biological or applied sciences or related field. • Previous experience in collection of research data from electronic health records. • Previous experience in the collection of nasal specimens. • Previous experience working in the nursing home setting. Working Conditions / Work Schedule Work will be primarily on-site at participating nursing homes in the Portland Metro area or on-campus in Portland in the College of Pharmacy’s space in the RLSB on the OHSU campus. Potential for hybrid remote/in-person work schedule. Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Min Salary $21.96 Max Salary $33.44 Link to Position Description https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/145462 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P04883CT Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 07/22/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date 09/30/2025 Posting Date 06/27/2024 Full Consideration Date 07/09/2024 Closing Date 07/18/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by July 9, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants. Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position. Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week). PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties. Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range. For additional information please contact: Emily Short shortem@ohsu@edu 503-494-9146 OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu. Supplemental Questions