Research Assistant - Cancer Institute - Ft. Lauderdale (Full Time, Days)

Nicklaus Children's • Miami, FL

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About The Position

The Research Assistant participates in and coordinates research projects, works with the research team to recruit subjects for observational studies, maintains research databases, and assists with drafting research protocols and manuscripts. The role works closely with researchers, NCH Research Institute staff, healthcare providers, and other departments involved in each study. It also supports study staff, tracks and reports data, contributes to grant progress reporting, and helps ensure patient information and study records are complete and accurately maintained.

Requirements

• Associate degree or education from a medical or technical school, or two years of research or healthcare experience.
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in biomedical or clinical sciences.
• Ability to communicate in English, verbally and in writing.
• Working knowledge of and coursework in statistics.
• Familiarity with computer-based tracking systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with coworkers.
• Ability to follow detailed written or verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with researchers, NCH Research Institute staff, and other healthcare providers.
• Assist with developing research projects and writing and submitting manuscripts for publication.
• Promptly provide study staff with requested information and feedback and address their questions or concerns.
• Enter data into databases; generate reports; maintain databases; track data; and perform queries.
• Maintain and update patient information in databases and ensure data is collected, entered, and reported appropriately and completely.
• Provide feedback to clinical and administrative Research staff about concerns, ensure database entries reflect patient-record documentation, and update information when needed.
• Provide reports on grant progress and assist with troubleshooting.
• Serve as liaison for the Research Institute with departments involved in the study.

What This Job Offers

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