Research Assistant I, Infectious Disease

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Assistant I provides assistance on clinical research studies under the supervision of a Principal Investigator and Research Coordinator, following established policies and procedures. The role supports HIV, COVID-19, and other infectious disease clinical trials involving healthy and immunocompromised individuals. Work includes participant recruitment and evaluation, data collection and record maintenance, scheduling study visits, regulatory submissions, preparation for participant and monitor visits, and coordination of specimens and study supplies. The position is based in an infectious disease ambulatory clinic at the main hospital and is onsite.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in science required; relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
New graduates with some relevant coursework are considered; 0–1 year of experience preferred.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Careful attention to detail.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
Computer literacy, including familiarity with database tools.
Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism.

Responsibilities

Conduct HIV, COVID-19, and other infectious disease clinical trials involving healthy and immunocompromised individuals.
Assist with clinical research studies according to study guidelines and protocols.
Contribute to study and database design when applicable.
Recruit and evaluate potential study participants; conduct protocol-directed telephone interviews and schedule study visits and screenings.
Manage regulatory submissions to the Institutional Review Board and/or Biosafety Committee, including study registrations, amendments, reportable events, and closures.
Maintain the study patient information database, enter data, and maintain participant records.
Prepare Case Report Forms for participant and monitor visits.
Assist with quarterly monitoring visits from study sponsors.
Mail study information and packets to participants.
Answer phone calls and inquiries about study protocols and refer participants to a supervisor or clinical staff when appropriate.
Train to perform clinical procedures, including phlebotomy, vital-sign assessments, and protocol-specified specimen collections.
Collect and coordinate transport of laboratory and tissue specimens to designated laboratory personnel; perform limited sample processing when needed.
Monitor and set up required equipment.
Maintain inventory and order supplies when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.