Research Assistant - Cancer Institute (Full Time, Days)

Nicklaus Children's Hospital • Miami, FL

14h

About The Position

The Research Assistant participates in and coordinates research projects, works closely with the research team to recruit subjects for observational studies, maintains research databases, and assists with drafting research protocols and manuscripts. The position works with researchers, NCH Research Institute staff, healthcare providers, and departments involved in studies. It also supports study staff, tracks and maintains patient and study data, provides grant progress reports, and assists with troubleshooting.

Requirements

• Associate degree, medical or technical school education, 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 the 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 the development of research projects, writing manuscripts, and submitting manuscripts for publication.
• Promptly provide study staff with requested information and feedback to address concerns or questions.
• Enter data into databases; generate reports; maintain databases; track data; and perform queries.
• Maintain and update patient information in databases, ensuring data is collected, entered, and reported appropriately and completely.
• Provide feedback to clinical and administrative Research staff about concerns; ensure databases reflect patient-record documentation and update them when needed.
• Provide reports on grant progress and assist with troubleshooting.
• Serve as a liaison between the Research Institute and all departments involved with the study.

What This Job Offers

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