Research Assistant I

1.0 FTE; Monday – Friday, business hours. Some weekends may be required. Work locations include 490 Mississippi (office, primary location), 200 University (secondary location), and outlying clinics, depending on Research Department needs. Opportunities for remote work as appropriate. This position will support the Spine Research Program.

The Spine Program focuses on high quality studies aimed at improving the quality, safety, and value of pediatric spine care. Under the direction of Dr. Sara Morgan, PhD, and Dr. Daniel Miller, MD, Gillette investigators collaborate regularly with scientists, orthotists, therapists, engineers, and patients to design novel studies that address clinically relevant issues. Current areas of research include: determining the optional treatment for infantile idiopathic scoliosis; assessing the efficacy of part-time braces compared to traditional braces for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis; and understanding the long-term outcomes of pediatric spinal deformity into adulthood.

The Research Assistant (RA) works to serve as an integral member of the clinical research team by assisting with research conduct for a designated research program, providing back-up to other areas as assigned. The person in this role will participate in study conduct activities including, but not limited to, screening, recruitment, data collection, data collection tool design, and data entry. This will be done under the direction of the principal investigator, Clinical Research Coordinator and/or Supervisor of Research Operations.

Compensation & Benefits
The hourly wage for this opportunity is $21.00/hour to $30.27/hour, with a median wage of $25.22/hour. Pay is dependent on several factors including relevant work experience, education, certification & licensure, and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the compensation package for employees. Gillette supports career progression and offers a competitive benefits package that includes a retirement savings match, tuition and certification reimbursement, paid time off, and health and wellness benefits for 0.5 FTE and above.

Core Responsibilities And Duties
Assists with data collection, data collection tool design, and data entry. Additionally, they may screen, recruit, consent, and carry-out subject follow-ups activities, when appropriate. These tasks require knowledge of the medical record, medical terminology, and medical evaluations, tests, and interventions as well as knowledge of human subjects protection.

Qualifications
Required:

• High school diploma/GED
• Computer knowledge (use of all Microsoft products such as Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
• CPR certification (or within 3 months of hire)

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree
• Familiarity with IRB process and compliance rules pertaining to research, confidentiality, and HIPAA
• One year of education or experience in science or related medical field.
• Extensive computer knowledge (use of all Microsoft products such as Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) (required for level II) and knowledge of use of Nvivo or other qualitative database software.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Excellent customer service skills
• Capable of managing multiple projects
• Familiarity with medical terminology
• Strong attention to detail

At Gillette Children's, we foster a culture where every team member feels a sense of belonging and purpose. We are dedicated to building an environment where all feel welcomed, respected, and supported. Our values are embedded at the heart of our culture. We act first from love, embrace the bigger picture, and work side-by-side with our patients, families, and colleagues to help every child create their own story. Together, we work to ensure patients of all backgrounds and abilities reach their full potential.

Gillette Children's is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of an individual's race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation or gender identity, military status or any other class protected by federal, state or local laws.

Gillette Children's is a global beacon of care for patients with brain, bone and movement conditions that start in childhood. Our research, treatment and supportive technologies enable every child to lead a full life defined by their dreams, not their diagnoses.

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