Research Assistant

1 week ago

WinstonSalem, United States Wake Forest University Full time

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Job Description Summary

This position supports a federally funded human subjects research trial investigating the impact of a remotely delivered physical activity and healthy eating intervention for older adults with chronic pain. The primary responsibilities of this position relate to implementing, coordinating, and administering remote human subjects research data collection measures, to include but not limited to psychological and pain-related questionnaire data collection, physical function evaluations, physical activity monitoring, and other related tasks. This may involve preparing testing kits and sending to research participants via post. Also, may assist a study interventionist in the sourcing, setting up, and distributing technologies such as iPads, bodyweight scales, and activity monitors used by study participants. Finally, may participate in planning and implementing study recruitment activities and in participant eligibility screening/determination. Interaction with study participants is substantial, however additional responsibilities such as protocol development, adverse event management and reporting, and Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) reporting may be required. Interacts with study subjects, other departmental or University staff, study project manager, and Principal Investigator (PI); may also interact with external stakeholders such as members of a community advisory board on behalf of PI and employ independent decision-making with regards to implementation of study protocols, as appropriate. Position is grant-funded (4.5 yrs) and subject to annual renewal by sponsor.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

  • In collaboration with the study project manager and PI, will coordinate delivery of testing materials to study participants, conduct of remote testing procedures (which occur via phone and video conference), and return of testing materials.

  • In compliance with study protocols, collects, enters/downloads, transforms, cleans, and/or manages human subjects research data. Exercises judgment to revise or adapt protocols as required.

  • In collaboration with the study project manager and PI, may support recruitment plans and assist in the conduct eligibility pre-screening via telephone or video conference interviews.

  • At discretion of project manager and/or PI, may monitor subject compliance with study data collection protocols and prepare individual progress reports for participants.

  • May organize, compile, and enter study data into web-based data entry application(s) and perform data verification and ‘cleaning‘ functions.

Other Functions:

  • May oversee work of student workers.Performs planning, organizing, or administrative functions in support of and necessary to the successful completion of study protocol(s).

  • Trains new personnel as needed

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Bachelor‘s degree in Health & Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or related field, Master‘s degree preferred. Prior human subjects research experience preferred. NIH-approved training in the protection of human subjects required within three months of hire.

  • Comfortable with technology.

  • General knowledge of human subjects research procedures and practices.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster relationships with individuals who have diverse educational and socioeconomic backgrounds.

  • Proficiency with word processing software (preferably Word) and spreadsheet applications; familiarity with database applications and statistical software.

Accountabilities: Responsible for own work. May oversee work of student employees, volunteers, and/or interns. May exercise independent judgment in working and collaborating with personnel from Wake Forest School of Medicine / Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to lift objects weighing 25# occasionally

2. Ability to bend, stoop, grasp, and reach

3. Not exposed to adverse environmental conditions; work is performed in indoor settings with climate control

4. Able to complete work at a computer

Environmental Conditions: Work is performed primarily inside under controlled environmental conditions and without exposure to adverse cold/heat conditions, vibration, heights, or loud noise.

Additional Job Description

Time Type Requirement

Full timeNote to Applicant:

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.

WakeForestseeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate.In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on thebasis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran statusandencourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.

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