Research Assistant

Lehigh Valley Health Network • Bethlehem, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary Provides research and technical support to projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in biology, public health, sociology or a healthcare related field
• 2 years experience with word processing software and a familiarity with database design and management.
• Ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of project designing.
• Skilled in written and verbal communications.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in biology, public health, sociology or a healthcare related field

Responsibilities

• Provides research support services as directed by the Senior Research Team.
• Assists with conducting individual and group interviews transcribing qualitative interviews.
• Assists with transcribing qualitative interviews.
• Assists with writing all research-related reports and ensures they are clear, concise, and completed prior to deadlines.
• Creates data collection and management tools.
• Creates surveys using approved software.
• Develops recruitment strategies to meet enrollment requirements.
• Develops structured system with documentation.
• Prepares the informed consent and all IRB-related materials for review within established submission deadlines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree