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NATURE AND PURPOSE
The position of Specialist has a narrow focus in a specialized area and provided technical or specialized expertise (e.g., with instrumentation and research equipment or with social science research methods) in the planning and execution of a research project. The Specialist stays apprised of emerging issues and problems and maintains technical competence in the designated area(s) of specialization. Within this defined area and when appropriate, the Specialist is expected to provide leadership, facilitate teamwork and develop collaborative relationships with colleagues, and supply input into the planning of research and educational programs. Normally, Specialists do not have a Principal Investigator (PI) status but may obtain permission by exception and/or collaborate with a PI in preparing research proposals for extramural funding.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DESIGNATED AREAS OF EXPERTISE:

Dr. Wu's clinical research team conducts cutting-edge epidemiologic research, clinical trials, translational research in the areas of dermatitis and nonmelanoma skin cancers. Dr. Wu is the director of the UC Davis Dermatology Patch Test Clinic. Her research has been supported by the university and several foundational grants. Dr. Wu has a track record of mentorship and high-impact publications.

I. RESEARCH IN SPECIALIZED AREAS (85 % EFFORT)

The incumbent in this position will:
Contribute to translational and clinical research projects by

• Prepare documents for submission to the IRB
• Aid in the preparation of grant applications
• Providing and coordinating clinical studies that may involve industry-sponsored Phase II, III, and IV clinical trials and investigator-initiated studies.
• Communicate with sponsors
• Communicate with study participants
• Recruit and screen study participants
• Coordinate participant clinical visits, and follow-up care, and ensure compliance with study protocols
• Assist in all activities related to clinical trials and translational research.
• Manage datasets, records, and research documentation.
• Become facile with RedCap, Excel, Endnote
• Have knowledge of patch testing and common allergens
• Educate and mentor volunteers and students as required, such as allowing them to shadow you in your work.

II. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE AND ACTIVITY (10% EFFORT)
Participate in appropriate professional/technical groups and other educational and research organizations. For example, attend and present at the UC Davis Department of Dermatology Grand Rounds, UC Davis Department of Dermatology Clinical Research meetings; attend one national conference, either the Society of Investigative Dermatology annual meeting, the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting, or the American Contact Dermatitis Society annual or mid-year meeting.

• Participate in the publication of research activities such as reviewing journal articles and presentations.
• Develop and submit publications including abstracts and manuscripts.
• Attend and present at local and national research meetings.

III. University and Public Service (5% EFFORT)

• Participate in activities of Lab Safety Committee (Departmental)
• Attend department clinical research meetings

Qualified applicants should upload a cover letter detailing their qualifications for the position, a PDF of their curriculum vitae, and contacti nformation for 3 references online at https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF06604.

Please direct questions to Benson Won, CAO, Department of Dermatology at bwon@ucdavis.edu.

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