Research Specialist II Position Available In Boone, Missouri

Research Specialist II University of Missouri-Columbia parental leave, paid time off United States, Missouri, Columbia 801 Conley Avenue (Show on map) Jun 22, 2025 Hiring Department The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women’s Health Job Description The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women’s Health seeks a research specialist II. The successful candidate will assist investigators in clinical and translational research projects involving human subjects through the Research Success Core. They will assist with compliance, recruitment of research subjects and processing of specimens and data.

Job duties and responsibilities:

• Prepares studies and reports that assist senior level associates
• Performs a variety of standard assignments and responsibilities and makes recommendations for improvement/efficiency, as necessary
• Conducts various analyses, reports and research based on specialized procedures
• Uses existing procedures to solve standard problems and uses problem solving skills to modify procedures
• Analyzes information and standard practices to make judgements
• Works within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet established deadlines
• Exchanges straightforward information, asks questions, and ensures understanding
• Develops working relationships with immediate, related teams
• Manages time for ongoing projects to identify participants and meet at appointment time to request specimens
• Performs laboratory preparation and storage of human specimens
• Institutional Review Board submission and maintenance
• Conduct Human subject enrollment and follow-up visits
• Collects and organizes clinical research data Shift Monday through Friday 8am – 5pm Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Anticipated Hiring Range Hiring Range:

$18.50 – $20.50

Grade:

GGS-008

University Title:

RESEARCH SPECIALIST II

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR. Application Materials In addition to filling out the online application please provide a resume. Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.