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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN Research Assistant, Department of Population Health, Dell Medical School in Austin, Texas

At the direction of the research coordinator, provides day-to-day project assistance with faculty research studies. Screens, recruits, and conducts the informed consent process with eligible research participants and tracks participation over time. Reviews health information from participants electronic medical records to screen for eligibility.Acts as primary contact for study participants, including scheduling and confirming appointments. Either remotely or in person (following COVID-19 safety protocols) Conducts study visits, participant interviews, and measurements in clinic visits and participants homes.Develops and provides, with supervision from research coordinator, participant educational materials. Collects clinical data and samples such as lung function testing, lung inflammation testing, blood collection, allergy testing, height and weight. Conducts home visits and collects environmental samples such as vacuumed dust and airborne dust. Maintains study databases and ensures data is complete and accurate.Uses a variety of software and database technologies, including RedCap, Excel, and other software and databases to enter data and track study activities. Enters all required study data on an ongoing basis. Participates in weekly study team meetings and regular trainings and in-services with the study team.Other related duties as assigned.

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