Clinical Research Assistant NES

Lifespan; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Clinical Research Assistant to support multiple clinical research projects. In this role, you will assist Principal Investigators in coordinating research activities, recruit and interview patients, and ensure compliance with study protocols. Your organizational and analytical skills will be crucial in maintaining study records and preparing data for analysis. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful research in a collaborative environment, making a difference in patient care and clinical outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with research methodologies.
• 3-6 months of experience in research studies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and conducting clinical research projects.
• Maintain study records and ensure protocol adherence.

Skills

Research Methodologies

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Technical Computer Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Applied Social or Life Sciences

Tools

Microcomputer Systems

Job description

Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator(s) and Clinical Research Coordinator, assist in the recruitment and ongoing conduct of multiple clinical research projects. Responsibilities include interviewing patients, preparing and maintaining study records, entering and cleaning data, reviewing relevant literature, participating in protocol development, and assisting with publication writing. May perform EKGs, take vital signs, and handle blood and tissue samples as per protocol.

Responsibilities:

Assist Principal Investigators in coordinating clinical research activities related to the department's field of study and specific studies. Support Research Coordinator in preparing Institutional Review Board submissions, annual reviews, and amendments.

Help research physicians identify and follow up with patients meeting study criteria, ensuring protocol adherence. Establish and maintain study records, explain study details to patients, obtain informed consent, and schedule appointments.

Review medical records for necessary information, follow up on missing data, and monitor adherence to protocols. Perform research-related procedures such as EKGs, vital signs, blood spinning, and shipping of samples.

Organize patient data for entry into databases, operate computer systems, and maintain equipment. Prepare graphs, charts, and participate in data analysis. Assist in research protocol planning and coordinate activities among team members.

Review literature to support research understanding and assist in grant preparation and compliance.

Other information:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
Bachelor's Degree in Applied Social or Life Sciences or related area, including research methodologies and microcomputer systems courses.

EXPERIENCE:
Three to six months of on-the-job experience in research studies preferred. Knowledge of research methodologies, organizational skills, interpersonal skills, analytical skills, and technical computer skills required. Ability to work within a department to identify and follow research patients. Prior grant experience is a plus but not required.

Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location: Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, RI

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1

Union: Non-Union

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