Clinical Research Assistant
About The Position
Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator(s) and Clinical Research Coordinator, the Clinical Research Assistant supports the acquisition and analysis of patient information for multiple clinical research projects. The role involves interviewing patients, preparing and maintaining study records, entering data into computers, and performing statistical and qualitative or quantitative analyses. The assistant reviews relevant literature and may help develop research protocols. Depending on protocol requirements, the role may also include performing EKGs and taking vital signs during research monitoring tests, as well as processing and shipping blood and tissue samples. Employees are expected to model Brown University Health’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, and demonstrate the core Success Factors: Instill Trust and Value Differences, Patient and Community Focus, and Collaborate. The position is based at Rhode Island Hospital, 593 Eddy Street, Providence, Rhode Island. The stated work schedule is 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., day shift, eight hours daily. Driving is not required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Applied or Life Sciences or a related area, including coursework in research methodologies and microcomputer systems.
- Three to six months of on-the-job experience to become familiar with specific research studies.
- Knowledge of research methodology theory and techniques.
- Organizational skills to prioritize work across multiple projects, gather and format research information for computer entry, and prepare and maintain records and reports.
- Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and hospital professionals to gather and exchange information.
- Analytical skills to participate in protocol development, statistical analysis, and qualitative and quantitative analysis of research data.
- Technical ability to operate and maintain a computer system.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills to provide patient care with consideration of aging processes, human developmental stages, and cultural patterns throughout the care process.
Responsibilities
- Assist Principal Investigators in coordinating clinical research activities related to the department’s field of study and investigators’ specific studies.
- Assist research physicians with identifying and following up with patients who meet clinical study inclusion criteria, and ensure protocol eligibility requirements are met.
- Establish and maintain study records for participants.
- Interview patients and/or family members to explain studies, encourage cooperation, and gather information for study questionnaires; facilitate informed consent.
- Schedule patient appointments and contact patients to complete documentation, as needed.
- Review medical records and abstract information needed for study forms; request and follow up on missing data, such as laboratory results.
- Monitor adherence to study protocols and alert physicians when required tests have not been performed or medication protocols have not been followed.
- Perform research-based EKGs and take vital signs; spin and ship blood and tissue products according to protocol specifications, as needed.
- Collect and organize patient data for computer entry and enter study information into databases.
- Perform computer-assisted statistical analyses using pre-packaged software, including analyses such as multiple antecedent variables, linear regression, frequencies, and cross-tabulations.
- Write non-complex programs to reformat information or create files, as needed.
- Maintain computer equipment and arrange internal or external service for repairs and maintenance.
- Prepare graphs and charts presenting data results and participate in quantitative and qualitative analyses.
- Assist with planning research protocols, as needed.
- Coordinate the activities of others assigned to research projects, including interviewing patients and completing forms.
- Review relevant literature to understand the research project and gather information.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
