Research Assistant II Asthma Research Center

About the role

Working very independently and under very general supervision from a manager or Principal Investigator, provides support to clinical research studies. May be responsible for making independent judgment of suitability of potential participants for clinical trials, developing and implementing patient recruitment strategies, recommending changes to protocols, and overseeing the work of more entry level staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the implementation, both internally and externally, of sponsored clinical research studies.
• Initiates and maintains contact with study participants.
• Responsible for screening applicants, ensuring they meet appropriate criteria, and makes independent judgment as to the suitability of their participation.
• May be required to perform clinical tests such as phlebotomy, EKGs, etc.
• Working in concert with Principal Investigator and/or Research Manager, develops and implements patient recruitment strategies.
• Develops, organizes, and/or maintains the study database.
• Responsible for data validation and quality control.
• In conjunction with Research Manager/Principal Investigator, develops and implements new research protocols including design, data collection systems and institutional review board approval.
• Recommends changes to research protocols.
• Performs literature searches, as appropriate.
• Assists PI or Research Manager with preparation for presentation and written published articles.
• Responsible for training and orienting new staff.
• May serve as a team leader or in a supervisory capacity in a smaller area.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science required
• Can accept experience in lieu of a degree: Yes

Education, Licenses and Credentials

• Relevant research and data management experience: 1–2 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Careful attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks
• Intermediate computer literacy including database tools
• Knowledge of data management programs
• Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism, and work more independently

Work Location

45 Francis Street

Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay

Pay Range: $24.28 – $39.43/Hourly

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