Research Assistant I

Hebrew SeniorLife • Boston, MA

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About The Position

Placed at the Harvard Medical School affiliate Marcus Institute for Aging Research at Hebrew SeniorLife (https://www.marcusinstituteforaging.org), the Research Assistant will support an eight-site hospital intervention trial across the US, the Evaluating Novel Healthcare Approaches to Nurturing and Caring for Hospitalized Elders (ENHANCE) trial (https://enhancetrial.org/). The goal of ENHANCE is to improve care of older patients by preventing delirium using a multicomponent, non-pharmacologic program: the Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP, https://help.agscocare.org), and specifically includes caregivers. Effectiveness will be evaluated using state-of-the-art implementation science. HELP is a successful and evidence-based clinical program that can prevent delirium and falls, shorten hospital stays, and decrease admissions to nursing homes. While the ENHANCE Trial will be the major responsibility for the position, the Research Assistant will also be involved in other initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life of older adults and their families. This is an ideal position for an individual who wants to work and learn in a cutting-edge research environment. The Research Assistant will work with the research team under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI, Dr. Sharon Inouye) and Project Director (Dr. Eva Schmitt). We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team soon.

Requirements

• College degree (4 years)
• Previous experience with web-based materials and iPads/Apple operating systems. Must be able to manage and troubleshoot iPad setup and web app maintenance
• Good problem-solving, trouble shooting skills and knowledge of new technologies and website maintenance
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Adaptable to competing deadlines and changes in priorities.
• Must demonstrate respect and professionalism regarding individual needs
• Must always maintain and sustain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with REDCap (data entry and report creation) and strong computer skills (Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, reference management) a plus
• Knowledge of website maintenance/use of GitHub a plus
• Knowledge of clinical care (specifically hospital care with older adults) a plus.
• Adaptable to competing deadlines and changes in priorities.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the study teams in the hospitals to ensure high quality data collection, adherence to minimal standards and trouble shoot any issues that may arise.
• Develop and foster strong collaborative relationships with the hospital teams.
• Draft PowerPoints presentations, agendas and minutes for several weekly meetings with different study sites, local teams, stakeholders, and PIs.
• Support in-person or web-based training efforts related to implementation of protocols and training of site staff.
• Support the maintenance of research protocols, training manuals and websites with the most up-to-date information.
• Support protocol preparation, report writing, regulatory submissions, and other documentation required for the study.
• Perform literature reviews for reports and manuscripts.
• National travel for one annual meeting required.
• Rare weekend and evening work hours are required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level