Job: HS Research Tech 1 (0803562)

Position Summary: Funding available through 6/30/2010; continuance beyond that date is subject to the Department's operational needs as outlined in UBPPM #3200, Employee Classifications.

Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) offers an extraordinary opportunity for an experienced Administrative Assistant. This highly competitive position offers an opportunity to participate in leading edge community based healthcare that assists primary care providers in rural and underserved areas treat chronic and complex diseases. The successful candidate will have experience in community healthcare settings, very strong verbal and written communication skills, a high degree of skill with common computer software, patience, ability to work semi autonomously, and with a strong personal commitment to serving underserved communities and diverse groups of people.

This is a part-time, benefits eligible position.

Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of directly related student practicum or equivalent work experience.

OR

Successful completion of at least 60 college-level credit hours; no previous work experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated personal commitment to underserved populations (as evidenced by cover letter and resume).

Experience in assisting healthcare providers in complex healthcare settings.

Ability to work with complex healthcare data in healthcare research.

Proficient with spreadsheet and database programs.