Research Assistant
About The Position
We are looking for dedicated Research Assistant in the Fairfax and Ashburn area to work in children’s specialties including Inova Children's Hematology/Oncology, Inova Children's Pulmonology, Inova Children’s Gastroenterology, Inova Children’s Neurology and Inova Children’s Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. These roles will be full-time, day shift with varying hours from 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Requirements
- Two years of college coursework
- 1 year of experience in a research, administrative or clinical support role
Nice To Haves
- Previous Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) work experience
Responsibilities
- Assists in baseline study enrollment, specimen collection/processing and follow-up visits.
- Assists with data collection and communications to ensure accuracy and data completeness.
- Assists in reviewing and entry of data collection forms; reviews for completeness and reconciles missing data for data entry.
- Performs administrative functions in order to support the accomplishments of research/project objectives.
- Assists in the compilation and distribution of reports related to research findings.
- Occasionally provides informed consent to potential human subjects for research studies according to Inova Health System policies in addition to institutional, state and federal regulations.
- Documents entire informed consent process in enrollment notes in subject records and Epic electronic medical records.
- Ensures study/regulatory compliance and readiness by performing a review of study documentation and participating in appropriate reporting.
- Assists in regulatory readiness for internal Research Quality Improvement team and external (i.e. Sponsor, FDA) audit visits.
- Notifies Inova's Research Center, research manager/department director, PI, IRB, sponsor and other appropriate personnel of audit visits and results.
- Assists in the response to audit reports and follow-up requests as needed.
- Participates in orienting and training of new research staff.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- medical, dental and vision coverage
- a robust team member wellness program
- Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
- up to $5,250 per year in education assistance
- up to $10,000 for student loans
- 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
- paid time off
- paid parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
