Clinical Research Assistant I

2 weeks ago

Boston, United States Boston Childrens Hospital Full time
Job Posting Description

Researchers in the Emergency Department screen all incoming children for potential study inclusion and consent eligible patients. Clinical Research Assistants support multiple different Principle Investigators and Faculty in the Emergency Department. The number of active studies recruiting in the Emergency Department varies, but ranges from approximately 10 to 15 at a given time. The studies vary in nature and scope, with the overarching goal of improving the diagnosis and treatment of diseases in children. Research studies are primarily clinical in nature, although occasional transfer of blood and other specimens is required for enrollment. This position involves frequent interaction with physicians, nurses, and other health care providers, as well as with children and their parents, requiring researchers to maintain an appropriate level of professionalism.

This Clinical Research Assistant I will be responsible for:
  • Consents and recruits patients for research studies through personal interviews and written communications with patients/families. Provides detailed background information regarding studies to families, communicates all policies and procedures, and responds to all inquiries. Evaluates suitability of prospective study candidates and makes selections based upon clinical knowledge of each study.
  • Serves as liaison to the families/patients in the research studies, conducted at both on-site and off-site locations, guiding and advising them throughout each phase of the study. Coordinates follow-up visits as necessary. Acts as a resource to study participants, addressing any concerns they may have. Troubleshoots resolution of any issues that may arise throughout the study.
  • Coordinates and prepares the necessary documentation for Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Committee on Clinical Investigations (CCI) submissions, together with the Private Investigator of the study.
  • Creates and prepares data collection statistical reports and analytical summaries for distribution to study research team for review and analysis. Writes articles and summary papers of studies for submission to medical journals, as may be necessary/requested.
  • Participates in the training of newly hired research study assistants, as required.
  • Coordinates activities between the hospital and research laboratories to ensure correct testing/processing and send out instructions specific to the study. Communicates project policies and procedures to personnel. Monitors and reviews data collection and data entry, and informed consent procedures - ensuring consistency of application for each study.
  • Performs other miscellaneous administrative duties as assigned or required.

In order to qualify, you must have:
  • Knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts acquired through completion of a Bachelor's degree.
  • Analytical skills to gather and interpret data in which the information or problems are moderately complex to complex.
  • Well-developed communication skills in order to provide critical information to patients, effectively deal with conflicting views or issues, and the ability to mediate fair solutions. Work also requires advanced writing skills.

Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.

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