Clinical Research Coordinator jobs in Hawaii

***Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai‘i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions.  Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits provided to regular Board of Regents (BOR) and Civil Service employees (i.e. paid holidays/leave).  Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.

Title:                                      (CASUAL) Research Support (Clinical Coordinator RLW) 

Hiring Unit:                            Daniel K Inouye College of Pharmacy           

Position:                                 ***Casual Hire***

Location:                                UH Hilo

Date Posted:                         June 5, 2024

Closing Date:                        June 13, 2024

Salary:                                    $34.00 /hour

Full time/Part time:                Full Time

Temporary/Permanent:         Temporary

Other Conditions:  Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected to begin June 2024 or soon thereafter.  Not to exceed 89 days.  

Duties:  

• Perform as the clinical coordinator for the lab, this includes overseeing and providing clinical expertise to the lab personnel and projects. 
• Gather insight from rat lungworm patients regarding the treatment and management of short and long-term symptoms of the disease, including interventions such as traditional and alternative medical treatments and non-invasive and invasive medical procedures.
• Supervise the hiring of qualified personnel.
• Assist with acquisition of appropriate permits.
• Coordinate with collaborators to conduct experimental rat lungworm studies in animal models.
• Independently perform research activities assigned by the principal investigator, 
• Conducts, and supervises studies related to rat lungworm disease. 
• Perform work requiring the use of specialized equipment such as Operetta imaging system, compound, inverted and fluorescent microscopes and additional equipment as needed.
• Train, assist lab personnel and/or students with various molecular techniques such as PCR, viability staining techniques, and high-content imaging with instruments such as the Operetta. 
• Supervise and oversee student researchers and their projects. 
• Perform data analysis and write scientific manuscripts.
• Assist the lab manager in conducting day-to-day lab activities.  
• Performs other duties as needed.  

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in health-related fields from an accredited University, with at least one year of postdoctoral research experience. 
• At least three years of experience with the treatment and prevention aspects of parasitic infections including rat lungworm disease. 
• Familiarity with PCR high-content imaging systems.
• Proficient in scientific writing and manuscript preparation. 
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently communicate with rat lungworm patients and physicians. 
• Demonstrated ability to supervise student researcher and lab personnel projects.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Doctor of Philosophy (PharmD) with at least three years of training and experience in the management of infectious diseases, particularly cerebral parasites. 
• Experience in conducting experimental studies using animal models.

To Apply: 

Click on the “Apply” button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents.   A complete application must include: (1) cover letter explaining how you satisfy the minimum qualifications; (2) resume; (3) names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references; and (4) transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment).  Please do not include any self-identifying photos.  Please redact references to Social Security number and birth dates on transcript copies.  All requested documents/information will become the property of the University.   All minimum qualifications must be met by the hire date.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.  Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete.

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Inquiries:       Susan Jarvi, jarvi@hawaii.edu            

Please refer to the Research Support (Clinical Coordinator - RLW) Casual Hire when making inquiries.

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