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Research Associate- College of Nursing-UTK

Position Number: 6631204
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Position Type: Medicine - Nursing

Research Associate- College of Nursing-UTK
United States

Job Identification: 5402
Job Category: Services
Posting Date: 10/07/2025
Job Schedule: Part Time
Locations: 1412 Circle Drive, Knoxville, TN, 37996, US

Job Description
The College of Nursing at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville seeks a reliable, pleasant, and energetic Research Associate with an impeccable work ethic. This position primarily works on an NIH/NINR R01 funded research project and secondarily on a pilot project. The Research Associate, with oversight and training from the PI and study coordinator to screen, recruit, set up appointments, enroll, consent, collect data, follow-ups, and device tracking. The study staff will communicate with the PI and study coordinator on a weekly basis regarding any issues encountered during the process.

Responsibilities
Primary Duties:

Assist with study related activities (e.g., patient eligibility screening, recruitment, consenting, and enrollment, data collection, and data entry/checking) under the supervision of the study project coordinator and principal investigator.
Regularly track if participants use the devices accurately and communicate with participants to correct any misunderstandings.
Assist with maintaining quality of the data (e.g., missing data), communicating with team members related to participant data problems, and collecting some outcome data (e.g., hospitalization data)
Collaborate and consult with other health professionals regarding study participation and to ensure protocol compliance (specific activities being monitored include data collection, data completeness checking, study setup, equipment setup and operation, and monthly follow-ups).
Communicate weekly with the principal investigator and project coordinator regarding any issues encountered during screening, recruitment, data collection, and follow-up.
Attend weekly team meetings.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED.
Experience in healthcare in practices such as cardiovascular care, especially heart failure patient care.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field.
Direct experience providing care or services to patients, with strong interpersonal skills.

Skills and Abilities:

Strong knowledge of Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook.
Must be able to work well and collaborate with others in a wide variety of positions in varying departments.
Must be able to work autonomously, solve problems and use critical thinking.

Compensation and Benefits:

UT market range: MR03
Anticipated hiring range: $16/hr - $20/hr
Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here

About Us
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees-the Volunteers-who uphold the university's tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.
UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee's flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy's largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.
UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices to attract and retain top-tier talent, fostering a strong staff community and supporting a culture of involvement and engagement for everyone.
The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as "Best Employer for New Graduates," "One of America's Best Large Employers," and "Best Workplace for Women," and has been designated as "Best Place for Working Parents" by Forbes Magazine.
Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!

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