Clinical Research Assistant II - NICoE

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Medical coverage

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant II to consent participants, collect data, and conduct EEGs in support of NICoE programs at Bethesda, MD on the Walter Reed campus. The role involves recruiting and screening subjects, maintaining data quality, and assisting with research dissemination.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in a social science field and 3–5 years of research experience. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social science or related field.
• 3–5 years experience in research/clinical data collection.
• Experience with EEG or neurophysiology research preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consent research participants and collect baseline/follow-up data.
• Conduct EEGs and operate/maintain EEG equipment.
• Recruit and screen subjects for studies and ensure data quality.
• Assist with manuscript preparation, data entry, and literature searches.
• Support IRB procedures and multi-site research coordination.

Skills

EEG equipment knowledge

Research experience

Scientific terminology

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Patient interaction

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree Social Science or related field

Job description

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant II to consent research participants. Perform data collection by conducting research interviews. Recruits and screens subjects for research studies. Collects baseline and follow-up data from subjects. Conducts electroencephalograms on patients.

This position will be in support of the National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE), supporting the Neurofeedback and Cognitive Rehabilitation Programs located in Bethesda, MD on the campus of the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. NICoE is a DoD institute dedicated to providing cutting-edge evaluation, treatment, and research for service members dealing with complex interactions of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and psychological health (PH) conditions.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Responsibilities

• Conducts electroencephalograms on clinic patients. Maintains EEG equipment; sharpens, cleans, and sterilizes electrodes.
• Performs data collection by conducting research interviews. Recruits, screens, and consents subjects for research studies. Collects baseline and follow up data from subjects. Checks for validity and accuracy of data ensuring compliance with quality assurance requirements and clinical relevance.
• Establishes and maintains database files and progress reports for studies, projects and programs. May perform data analysis.
• Performs scientific literature searches, identification and retrieval.
• Performs administrative duties such as: assisting in developing and submitting papers and abstracts, manuscripts and presenting studies, developing protocol manuals and data collection procedures across sites; participates in training and field visits; responds to requests and questions from individuals, institutions, government agencies and participates in the design of research studies.
• Assists with the preparation of manuscripts, reports, and presentations including editing and formatting documents. Distributes manuscripts and reports to all scientific collaborators as required.
• Assists with initiating the multi-site IRB protocol.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree Social Science (i.e., Sociology, Psychology) or related field.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of procedures and techniques related to EEG equipment - PREFERRED
• Research experience - PREFERRED
• Ability to understand and utilize scientific/medical terminology and research theory in both oral and written communications.
• Ability to use measurable and verifiable information for making decisions or judgments.
• Skill in statistical interpretation and data analysis using statistical software and/or spreadsheets and database software applications.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong patient interaction experience.
• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Clearance.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The hourly pay range for this position is $22.16-$28.85. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35©