Research Assistant-Pelvic Pain (Full Time)

Nevada System of Higher Education • Evanston, IL

21h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time Research Assistant position focused on Pelvic Pain research, located at Evanston Hospital. The role involves conducting literature research, assisting with study protocols, documentation, data collection and entry, and patient recruitment. The position requires adherence to consent regulations, NIH training, and meticulous documentation of study procedures, patient care, and adverse events. The Research Assistant will also be involved in database management, data analysis, and preparing reports for IRBs and study sponsors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in social, biological, computer or healthcare sciences) required.
• 6 months minimum experience as a research assistant in human subjects’ research (or equivalent position) required.
• Experience facilitating recruitment and follow-up strategies with clinic personnel and operational problem solving.

Nice To Haves

• Skills with Microsoft Office, coding, data analysis, copy machines, fax machines, bladder scanners, EEG equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature research for the development of study protocols and analyses.
• Assist with maintaining and filing appropriate documentation with IRB and grant making agencies.
• Assist in the development of all study forms, necessary database programs and data collection/entry strategies with senior staff.
• Read and understand the protocol and any other pertinent information for each scheduled study.
• Be held accountable for understanding and completing all protocol requirements.
• Review weekly research articles as a part of an ongoing discussion group regarding directions in clinical research with a focus on pain.
• Ensure understanding and adherence to informed consent regulations.
• Complete required NIH training and Endeavor RI research training.
• Prepare, process, and revise consent forms.
• Adhere to consent throughout the study.
• Communicate protocol and research procedures accurately to subjects and significant others.
• Coordinate study requirements with other research personnel and adjust work schedule accordingly.
• Communicate with other departments as needed to coordinate and conduct elements of research protocol.
• Accurately answer questions presented by participants, or refer them to the proper person/resource.
• Identify, recruit, and enroll patients in clinical studies.
• Assist participants with computer enrollment software/process.
• Abstract charts with attention to detail.
• Administer study treatments accurately per protocols and manage drug accountability.
• Monitor and evaluate clinical parameters and document appropriately for safety and protocol completion.
• Communicate all study/protocol deviations and adverse events to the PI or MD in a timely and efficient manner to ensure subject care and safety.
• Document adverse events, subject care, subject behavior, and other appropriate information in required detail.
• Monitor subject accrual and quality assurance.
• Maintain subject and sponsor confidentiality at all times.
• Maintain accurate and organized documentation for each project.
• Create and manage databases, including safekeeping files, entering data gathered during study, and ensuring data integrity.
• Assist with analysis of collected data and creation of resulting manuscripts and posters.
• Prepare annual reports and submit to the IRB as directed by the PI to renew consent forms and provide update information regarding continuing studies.
• Provide update reports to study sponsors at required intervals.

Benefits

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program
• Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

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