UNIV - Research Program Assistant - Psychiatry: Addiction Sciences Division

Medical University of South Carolina•Charleston, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The candidate(s) will primarily work on research studies funded by the National Institutes of Health that are focused on treatment for tobacco and cannabis use. The candidate(s) will assist the Principal Investigator(s) and research team(s) in the recruitment of research participants, the collection of psychological research data, data entry and organizational tasks. The candidate(s) will be directly involved in the collection of questionnaires, interviews, and other research data related to ongoing and future research studies that use both in-person and remote data collection methods. The candidate(s) should feel comfortable in recruiting participants from the community. The candidate(s) will need to be comfortable in interacting with study participants and members of the study team. This role requires being trained on multiple studies, and the candidate(s) will typically serve as a primary research assistant on one study and backup on other studies. The candidate(s) should be exceptionally well-organized and detail oriented. After hours and weekend work may be occasionally required. This position is completely in-person at MUSC Charleston.

Requirements

A high school diploma and three years of relevant program experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required program experience.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience or training with clinical research, human subjects’ protections, etc. is preferred.
A bachelor’s degree in psychology, biology, nursing and other natural, life or health care field is preferred.
The ability to collect, organize and analyze information in a clear and concise manner is required.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage the tracking of all research study participants throughout their duration in the study.
Educate potential participants on study procedures at screening visit and ensure their consent to participate is informed.
Complete screening assessments including a mental health diagnostic interview.
Lead participants through visit activities for all study visits, which can occur remotely or in person at the research offices.
Coordinate visit needs, which include instructing participants on the conduct and testing of biological samples (urine, saliva, etc.) and collaborating with medical clinicians on studies to ensure safety of study participants and eligibility for the study.
Upkeep all databases and calendars used to track and manage study referrals and scheduling.
Contact potential participants, complete a prescreen questionnaire, and communicate clear information to participants about the study.
Schedule visits on team calendar and coordinate with medical clinician’s schedule as needed.
Enter visit and participant data into patient data files including participant study binders, study logs, and electronic databases, all completed in a timely manner and in accordance with good clinical practice guidelines.
Maintain accurate and complete study documentation in compliance with Institutional Review Board (IRB) standards and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
Verify data entered by other research staff in a timely manner.
Assist the Program Manager, Research Coordinators and other members of the research team with recruitment and advertising efforts (this includes assisting with social media presence, brainstorming recruitment strategies with team members, planning and staffing community events, which may occur on nights and/or weekends, hanging up study flyers locally, etc.).
Recruitment at in-person events or clinics is required.
Flexibility is requested to occasionally work outside of business hours to staff events.
Scrutinize on an ongoing basis the effectiveness of study procedures and suggest changes when necessary.
Ability to create or make updates to study procedural manuals/guidance documents as needed.
Keep track of study supplies and inventory to alert Program Coordinator/Manager when materials are running low.
Maintain study equipment (such as study phones, shipping supplies, etc.) by keeping track items, maintaining supplies, etc.