Research Assistant - Hybrid

Denver Health and Hospital Authority•Denver, CO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Research Assistant (RA) is an essential team member supporting active clinical research and/or quality improvement projects at Denver Health. Under general supervision, the RA assists with research activities across health and healthcare services topics. The role may support multiple projects at locations including the main campus, community clinics, and urgent outpatient settings. Work includes participant-related activities, study-record maintenance, protection of confidential information, regulatory adherence, data collection, and administrative support. The position follows a hybrid model, with in-office work once per week on Wednesday or Thursday and the remainder remote. The stated schedule is 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The role is listed as a contract position and is paid $21.00–$28.20 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; the posting also lists a high school degree or GED as preferred.
One year of work experience.
Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with investigators, staff, and study subjects.
Comfort working with diverse populations.
Organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Ability to maintain confidentiality; responsibility and punctuality.
Knowledge of protocol adherence, general research practices, research methods, and patient confidentiality rules.
Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Strong desire for team improvement and growth.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience with data collection and entry.
Experience with study-subject interviews and qualitative research methods.

Responsibilities

Assist with participant screening and consent for recruitment, chart reviews, sample collection, patient navigation, and outcome tracking.
Maintain clear, concise, and organized study records.
Protect patient and other sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
Confirm participant eligibility and treat participants with courtesy, dignity, empathy, and respect.
Assist with data collection and entry and maintain intervention fidelity.
Conduct literature reviews, including literature searches, organizing results, and summarizing findings.
Build and maintain strong relationships with research subjects, teams, collaborators, and colleagues.
Complete COMIRB and CITI training requirements.
Help improve team processes and bring improvement opportunities to leadership, in alignment with Denver Health’s Lean management principles.
Conform to hospital standards of performance and conduct, and support customer service and patient care.

Benefits

Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick time, and seven holidays.
100% paid parental leave for up to six weeks.
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
Medical, dental, and vision plans, plus employer-paid disability and life insurance.
Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and the RESTORE Center.
Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
Childcare discounts and discounts or perks on brands and travel.
Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
Education, coaching, and professional development through the Workforce Development Center, supporting career growth and advancement.
Professional clinical advancement program and shared governance.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, free student loan coaching, and assistance navigating the PSLF program.
National Health Service Corps and Colorado Health Service Corps eligibility.