Research Assistant

3 weeks ago

Boston, United States Boston Medical Center (BMC) Full time

Position Summary:

We are seeking a motivated Research Assistant (RA) with interest in breast cancer disparities research and cutting-edge translational science. In this role the RA conducts patient recruitment, administers questionnaires, abstracts medical records, maintains patient databases, performs administrative tasks, assists in grant preparation, performs literature searches and participates with the research team in preparation of data and other reports. May also assist the principal investigators, Drs. Naomi Ko and Ruben Dries, with interpreting experimental results, and in preparing and writing manuscripts. A minimum 2-year commitment is requested.

 

Job Responsibilities:

·      Assists in data collection and provides feedback on study’s progress.

·      Recruits subjects to participate in the study by using approved methodologies, such as, reaching to healthcare providers    for referrals, visiting clinics, sending mailouts, using approved advertisements, etc.

·      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. Obtains and distributes payment vouchers for participant reimbursements/participation. 

Administrative

·    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.

·    Perform administrative duties associated with the study’s Data Monitoring and Safety Board, tracking and reporting adverse events and collecting data specified by the DSMB. Responsible for all other administrative duties related to research activities.

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.

 

Qualifications:

Education:

·     A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required.

Experience:

·     Prefer experience in clinical research, public health experience or working with children and families.

·   Previous experience with recruiting subjects, with an understanding of the ethical and technical conduct of research preferred

Knowledge and skills:

·     Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).

·     Bilingual candidate preferred, not required, fluent in spoken and written English, Spanish, and/or Haitian Creole.

·     Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations.

·     Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience with statistical software a plus.

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

 

JOB BENEFITS:

·     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.


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