Research Assistant I

Mass General Brigham•Brookline, MA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Working closely with and under the supervision of the Project Manager and other study staff, provides support in the conduct of a NIHLBI funded Statin Therapy to Prevent Cancer Associated Venous Thromboembolism (STAT-CAT) trial. This trial aims to enroll 4,000 participants across the US at 8-10 sites. Participants will be randomized in a hospital or clinic setting where a physician or other qualified medical professional is present to evaluate them for inclusion and exclusion criteria. All trial follow-up will be conducted directly using electronic contact and/or call center telephone contact on a regular basis over the planned 12-month treatment period. After affirmation of participation into the trial, patients eligible for the treatment trial will have data registered into an electronic data system and will be randomized via a secure Internet Web-based Randomization System. Responsibilities include supplying participants with study drug in child-proof bottles via overnight shipping directly to addresses as confirmed by the subject, monthly follow-up calls to study participants to assess their well-being, adherence to study pills, any side effects, new medical conditions, new medications started, and any other health changes. Other responsibilities may include participating in operational staff meetings, webinars, and Investigator teleconference calls and/or meetings.

Requirements

B.A. or B.S.
Up to one year of experience in a medically related field or a research environment.
Ability to work independently.
Excellent interpersonal and telephone skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize a variety of tasks and appropriately seek guidance as needed.
High degree of computer literacy.
Sound independent judgment.
Fluent in Spanish.

Nice To Haves

Spanish speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

Supplying participants with study drug in child-proof bottles via overnight shipping directly to addresses as confirmed by the subject.
Conducting monthly follow-up calls to study participants to assess their well-being, adherence to study pills, any side effects, new medical conditions, new medications started, and any other health changes.
Participating in operational staff meetings, webinars, and Investigator teleconference calls and/or meetings.
Assisting with maintaining contact with randomized subjects.
Selecting the correct study drug box identified by a study randomization number assigned by the secure IWRS system and shipping overnight using FedEx for next-day delivery.
Following up to ensure receipt of assigned study medication or placebo within 48 hours of shipment.
Assisting with inventory and acknowledging receipt of all study drug shipments.
Maintaining accurate dispensing records.
Responding to study participants who need clarification of study protocol, methodology, and issues related to participation.
Forwarding calls to the appropriate staff if unable to respond to an issue.
Documenting interactions with study participants by completing and processing appropriate forms and entering summary information into electronic participant files.
Sharing responsibility for phone coverage to triage and respond to site queries.
Calling sites for missing forms or records.
Bringing any issues or problems noted to the supervisor for speedy resolution.
Documenting every phone conversation as appropriate.
Assisting with the preparation of medical records for endpoint adjudication by the physician endpoint committee.
Performing other duties as assigned.