Research Assistant

Geisinger•Danville, PA

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of an experienced Project Manager or designee, responsible for assisting with coordination of research projects. Perform day-to-day research project activities such as recruitment database searches, mailings, recruitment calls. Schedule research appointments, maintains study documentation, specimen management and tracking (supply ordering, preparation of clinical research lab kits, packaging/shipping of clinical specimens, etc.), data collection and entry, study tracking and reporting, and subject reimbursement processing and tracking. Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Required)
Communication
Computer Literacy
Multitasking
Organizing
Teamwork

Responsibilities

Conducts and manages minimal risk studies under the supervision of a project manager or designee.
Prepares, maintains, and tracks regulatory documents according to governmental regulations and sponsor requirements.
Assists with subject visits including obtaining vital signs, performing clinical tests, collecting clinical samples, and data collection, as applicable.
Sets-up, tracks, and trouble-shoots study technology (i.e., e-diaries, apps, home use research equipment), as applicable.
Conducts literature searches and fact-finding research to support project development
Ensures adherence to federal or other regulatory requirements.
Communicates needs, issues, statuses, etc. to appropriate study personnel.
Assists with grant submissions and grant funding opportunities; participates in pre- and post-award grant process, as applicable.