Research Assistant 3

Core Responsibilities

• Plans and implements research experiments, according to research protocols, to assure high-quality scientific results in support of applicable project goals.
• Participates in assessing the feasibility of implementing innovations.
• Affirms data trends and develops reports and presentations.
• Supports the initiation of new research by reviewing and synthesizing literature.
• Oversees inventory of supplies and equipment and places orders in a timely fashion.
• Aids in the preparation of scientific papers, reports, and manuscripts.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions

• Seeking a Research Assistant with a background in clinical research.
• Responsibilities include patient screening and enrollment, data management, and implementation of research protocols.
• The ideal candidate will be flexible, detail-oriented, and accountable in supporting scientific and research activities.
• Maintains enrollment procedures in accordance with study protocols.
• Recruits, screens, and enrolls eligible participants for research studies.
• Obtains informed consent and ensures that participants fully understand the research procedures.
• Administers study-related procedures and interventions.
• Conducts chart reviews and pre-screening to determine participant eligibility and coordinates basic clinical research protocols.
• Captures routine clinical study activities, including data collection and maintenance, planning study timelines, scheduling appointments and study visits, organizing meetings, and supporting project evaluation activities.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation, including case report forms, medical records, and study logs.
• Assists in preparing progress reports and annual self-evaluations of performance.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary research team, including investigators, data managers, administrative staff, and community-based staff.
• Participates in team meetings and provides updates on study progress, issues, and outcomes.
• Aids in data entry and quality control for research data.
• Performs moderate research tasks and adapts procedures for quality improvement under supervision.
• Understands and follows technical instructions for operating clinical research equipment and assists in troubleshooting operational issues when they arise.
• Assists in monitoring and reporting adverse events to the Principal Investigator or supervisor, including those reported by participants.
• Addresses adverse events according to protocol, advocates for participants, and maintains quality standards throughout the study.
• Identifies, reports, and assists in resolving protocol deviations and unanticipated events.
• Maintains required skills and completes mandatory training related to safety, equality, responsible conduct of research, continuing education, and research competencies.
• Collaborates with a local sexual health community-based organization to receive training in delivering PrEP navigation services.

Core Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or license.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required.
• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.