Data Collector

Atrium Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a detail-oriented Research Data Associate to support pediatric and public health studies in Winston-Salem. The role emphasizes data collection, documentation, and coordinating interview schedules with patients, families, and the public.

Under supervision, you will edit data, assist with questionnaires, prepare charts and reports, and help ensure quality and confidentiality in a clinical research environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a research environment.
• Experience in clinical research including interviewing and data collection procedures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document data to support research and information gathering.
• Participate in all aspects of research and evaluation; edit data and perform follow-up.
• Assist in design and testing of questionnaires and data collection tools.
• Supervise and participate in coding data for computer operations.
• Coordinate collection and organization of materials for research reports and publications.
• Assist in data analyses and preparing charts, graphs, and reports.
• Conduct fieldwork on assigned research projects.
• Set up interview schedules and conduct interviews with patients, family members, and the public.
• Assist individuals in completing preliminary forms and questionnaires.
• Perform other related duties.

Skills

Research experience

Clinical research

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Telephone interaction

Organizational skills

Self-directed

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Science, Education, or Public Health

Job description

Job Description

Under general supervision, performs duties involved in the collection and documentation of data in support of research and information gathering activities.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Social Science, Education, or Public Health; or, an equivalent combination of experience and education including training in research methodology, computerized data processing, and/or interviewing techniques.

Essential Functions

• Performs duties involved in the collection and documentation of data in support of research and information gathering activities.
• Participates in all aspects of research and evaluation activities. Edits collected data and performs follow-up activities.
• Assists in the design and testing of questionnaires, data input sheets, and other data collection mechanisms.
• Supervises and participates in the coding of data in preparation for computer operations.
• Coordinates the collection and organization of materials and data used in research reports, publications, and program descriptions.
• Assists in data analyses and preparation of charts, graphs, and reports obtained from research data.
• Performs fieldwork on assigned research project.
• Establishes and coordinates interview schedules and conducts interviews with patients, family members, and the public.
• Assists individuals in filling out preliminary forms and questionnaires and answers questions as required.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Skills/Qualifications

• Experience in a research environment Experience in department to be served
• Experience in clinical research including interviewing and data collection procedures
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written
• Strong interpersonal skills; capable of relating to individuals at all levels
• Must understand and maintain discretion and confidentiality related to all aspects of the study
• Strong ability to interact with participants over the telephone
• Must have excellent organizational skills, be self-directed and persistent

Work Environment

Clean, well lit, office environment