Research Statistical Assistant

Veterans Health Administration•Philadelphia, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as a Without Compensation Research Statistical Assistant within the Office of Research and Development (ORD). The VA Research Program strives to promote Veteran-centered care to improve patient experiences and outcomes across VA healthcare and community settings, and to advance value-driven care by providing Veterans the highest quality care at the lowest financial burden. The selected individual must be able to work on-site in Philadelphia for approximately 40 hours per week and maintain the appointment for a minimum of two years. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Subject to background/security investigation
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
Four years of education above high school
Support the planning, coordination, and implementation of clinical research studies.
Conduct literature reviews and assist with preparation of research summaries, protocols, abstracts, and manuscripts.
Assist with data collection, data entry, data quality review, and maintenance of study records.
Support screening and tracking of research participants, as permitted by study protocols and applicable requirements.
Perform other research-related duties consistent with the individual's training and the needs of the study program.

Nice To Haves

Prior clinical research experience.
Experience with research databases, electronic data-capture systems, or statistical software.
Experience preparing manuscripts, abstracts, presentations, or grant-related materials.
Knowledge of clinical research methods, epidemiology, biostatistics, or study coordination.
Experience working with patient-oriented or translational research.
Strong organizational and project-management skills.

Responsibilities

Support the planning, coordination, and implementation of clinical research studies.
Conduct literature reviews and assist with preparation of research summaries, protocols, abstracts, and manuscripts.
Assist with data collection, data entry, data quality review, and maintenance of study records.
Support screening and tracking of research participants, as permitted by study protocols and applicable requirements.
Assist with preparation of regulatory, institutional review board, and study documentation.
Collaborate with investigators and multidisciplinary research teams.
Participate in team meetings and provide regular updates on assigned activities.
Perform other research-related duties consistent with the individual's training and the needs of the study program.