RESEARCH ANALYST I

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

3d•$51,448 - $77,945•Remote

About The Position

Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,500 faculty physicians and researchers, more than 1,300 students, and more than 6,000 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University Health System and the Private Diagnostic Clinic (PDC) comprise Duke Health. a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Research Assistant to support clinical and behavioral research studies. The ideal candidate will assist with regulatory documentation, digital file management, participant coordination, and remote data support. This position works closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) and research team to ensure compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in neuroscience, psychology, public health, or a related field; Master’s preferred.
Prior experience with human subjects research and knowledge of IRB, FDA, and GCP requirements.
Strong organizational and written communication skills.
High level of comfort working with digital tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, secure cloud storage).
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote setting.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree

Responsibilities

Coordinate research activities in accordance with IRB-approved protocols.
Assist in identifying and screening potential participants based on eligibility criteria.
Support remote workflows related to participant tracking, consent documentation, and scheduling.
Help ensure adherence to FDA regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and institutional policies.
Maintain and update IRB protocols and prepare regulatory documents for submission.
Assist in drafting and revising informed consent forms and other study materials.
Track and organize essential regulatory documents in secure digital formats to ensure compliance with FDA CFR and GCP guidelines.
Support collection and reporting of adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs) in coordination with the PI.
Prepare for and support internal reviews or audits by maintaining accurate digital records.
Assist with compiling and organizing behavioral and neuropsychological data for analysis.
Maintain secure, well-organized digital records and study documentation.
Generate summary reports and assist with research scheduling and documentation tasks.