Clinical Research Assistant RESEARCH NEUROLOGY SS

Davita Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a Research Assistant responsible for coordinating clinical research studies related to neurocritical care and traumatic brain injury. The role emphasizes data collection, patient recruitment, and adherence to study protocols. An ideal candidate holds a BS or BA degree and possesses good organizational and communication skills. This position offers opportunities for professional development in a dynamic research environment.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year experience with clinical Research Protocols preferred.
• Familiarity with data management programs.
• Ability to work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Recruits and evaluates potential study patients.
• Collects and organizes patient data.
• Prepares and submits all IRB documents.

Skills

Good organizational skills

Knowledge of clinical Research Protocols

Good communication skills

Analytical skills

Computer science literacy

Attention to detail

Education

BS or BA degree

Tools

Statistical software (R or STATA)

Programming languages (bash, Python)

Job description

Summary: Encompasses a variety of clinical and administrative tasks and responsibilities which serve to facilitate the flow of patients through the clinic and to enhance the quality of care to patients. The emphasis is primarily administrative and placed on the ability to organize priorities, complete tasks, manage confidential patient information, schedule appointments, arrange diagnostic testing and referrals, and assist with insurance-related issues. Depending on interest, participation in research protocols may also be possible.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions:
- Collects and organizes patient data.
- Maintains records and databases.
- Uses software programs to generate graphs and reports.
- Assists with recruiting patients for clinical trials.
- Obtains patient study data from medical Records, Physicians, etc.

Education
BS or BA degree required.

Experience
Knowledge of clinical Research Protocols 0-1 year preferred

Prior experience with programming in bash and/or Python preferred.

Some experience using common statistical software (R or STATA) preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Careful attention to details.
- Good organizational skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Knowledge of clinical Research Protocols.

Working under the supervision of one Investigator in the fields of neurocritical care, neuroimaging and traumatic brain injury (TBI), the RA is responsible for following established policies and procedures, coordinating clinical research studies, and assisting in the management and analysis of neuroimaging and TBI datasets. May be responsible for the following activities: recruiting and evaluating patients for studies; collecting and organizing patient data; scheduling patients for study visits; performing clinical tests such as phlebotomy, EKGs, etc.; maintaining and updating data generated by the study, all IRB submissions such as applications, amendments, annual reviews, adverse events, maintaining neuroimaging datasets, performing data-processing and analysis under supervision. RA's are encouraged to present posters at national scientific conferences and significantly contribute to ongoing research projects.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides assistance on clinical research studies as per study guidelines and protocols.
• Recruits and evaluates potential study patients. Per protocol instruction, conducts telephone interviews or schedules patient for study visit and screening.
• May be required to perform clinical tests such as questionnaires, phlebotomy, EKGs, etc. if certified and as needed. Will work in phlebotomy lab to set up lab testing, shipping, etc.
• Interact with patients/subjects regarding study, including patient education, procedural instruction, follow-up. Answers any phone calls and inquiries regarding study protocol. Refers participants when appropriate to supervisor or clinical staff.
• Will serve as a liaison between patient and physician. First point of contact for study communication. Advocate for patient to assure a good experience while in your trial and assure compliance.
• Communicates with sponsor company, CRAs, central labs, and testing facilities both external and internal.
• Responsible for all research meeting scheduling with monitors or sponsors.
• Creates, distributes and files all study documents per protocol and updates as needed.
• Responsible for collecting data and maintaining patient information database for study. May be required to input data. Maintains patients records as part of record keeping function.
• Responsible for mailing various study information or packets; ie, schedules, directions, reimbursements to study participants.
• Responsible for staff study trainings.
• Prepares and submits all IRB documents; applications, amendments, annual reviews and serious adverse events.
• Oversees study budgets and patient reimbursements.
• Monitors and sets up any needed equipment.
• Maintains inventory and orders supplies when necessary.
• Maintains all study regulatory documents.
• Helps researchers maintain datasets.
• Helps researchers execute data-analyses.
• Assists with neuroimaging data processing, including construction and de-bugging of data analysis pipelines.
• Contributes to scientific software and methods developments.
• All other duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to work under supervision.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical skills and the ability to resolve technical or research problems and issues and to interpret the acceptability of data results.
• Computer science literacy.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
• Careful attention to detail.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect for subjects' rights and individual needs.
• Knowledge of data management programs.

Working Conditions:

Office and clinic environment. Must be able to travel between hospital and research buildings carrying data.

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.