Research Assistant II, Geriatrics

3 weeks ago

Boston, Massachusetts, United States Boston Medical Center Full time

Position: Research Assistant II, Geriatrics

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: 40 hours per week, On-site

ABOUT BMC:

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal — to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience.

You'll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth and where you'll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Research Assistant II will coordinate and implement subject recruitment, enrollment, follow-up, data collection, and study conduct. Responsibilities include identifying and screening research subjects, recruiting and maintaining follow-up of research subjects, tracking absent (lost to follow) subjects, explaining and acquiring signatures of subjects for informed consent documents, data collection, database entry, and participation in study meetings and performing other administrative tasks in support of the clinical studies.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Recruits subjects to participate in the study by using approved methodologies. Screens candidates for the study (interviewing by phone and in person) to ensure they meet the eligibility criteria.
  • Conducts the enrollment of study participants, including explaining research procedures, and obtaining informed consent of subjects and/or their families. Schedules appointments of study participants; conducts reminder phone calls and/or sends mailouts.
  • Conducts routine and specialized tests with higher level of problem resolution, analytical ability and self direction. Checks work of junior staff performing data entry to ensure timely and accurate entry. Provides technical guidance to junior staff.
  • Provides assistance in the development of reports, presentations, and data analysis. Assists in data collection and provides feedback on study's progress. Begins to synthesize and interpret results. May prepare written and verbal status reports. Uses statistical and graphic summaries.
  • Conducts literature searches. Assists Investigators with manuscript and presentation preparation and research.

ADMINISTRATIVE

  • Performs office-related duties such as answering phones, picking up and delivering mail, ordering and distributing office supplies, handling faxes, scanning, filing, photocopying, collating materials, maintaining the update of policy manuals, etc.
  • Responsible for the administrative aspects of the research study, including: managing program records and handling communication needs of the program.
  • Prepares and maintains Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals and correspondence, including amendments and renewals as necessary.

The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor's degree in related discipline is required. Masters degree a plus.
  • With a Master's Degree, no work experience is required.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Minimum of 1+ years of experience in research or clinical program activities required.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology required.
  • Experience with recruiting subjects, with an understanding of the ethical and technical conduct of research.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

  • Excellent English communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
  • Bilingual or multi-lingual skills (beyond that of English) appropriate to the patient population served is a plus.
  • Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Access and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to perform basic data management tasks (coding, data entry, data cleaning, retrieval). Experience with statistical analysis tools a plus.
  • Experience using quantitative data analysis software helpful (e.g., SPSS, SAS, Minitab).

This position is funded by a 2 year grant. There may be opportunity beyond this grant funding for position integration into ongoing operations.

JOB BENEFITS:

  • Competitive pay
  • Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
  • Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
  • Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base especially for individuals pursuing careers in medicine or biomedical research.
  • Pioneering Research: Engage in groundbreaking research projects that are driving the forefront of biomedical science.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn't dictate health.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to or call to let us know the nature of your request.

  • Spanish language proficiency preferred.
  • The RA will work directly with providers, care teams, patients, and their families. The RA must be comfortable traveling to and operating in office, hospital, and field (SNF and home) sites. Duties include but are not limited to, support screening, recruitment, enrollment, data collection, data analysis, presentations, literature reviews, and manuscript preparation. The study, Rehabilitation at Home (RAH), involves supporting a multisite randomized controlled trial in Boston. Patients who have been hospitalized and require skilled nursing facility (SNF) rehabilitation care may be eligible to instead receive their care in their own home with the specialized RAH team.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

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