Pediatric Research Assistant — Data & Recruitment, Hybrid

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Tuition benefits

Retirement plan

Employee discounts

Well-being resources

Career development

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is seeking a Research Assistant to support pediatric hematology and oncology studies. You will help collect data from human subjects, assist with scheduling and recruitment, and perform routine data entry and cognitive assessments in a clinical research setting.

The role involves on-site work with hybrid options, offering a strong benefits package and opportunities for career development within the Pediatric Research Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in science or psychology.
• Proficient computer skills: data entry, word processing, spreadsheets.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; HIPAA aware.
• Experience in clinical research is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Subject recruitment and IRB-approved material placement.
• Obtain informed consent and assent from participants.
• Collect biological samples and conduct related data entry.
• Administer psychometric assessments and record results.
• Maintain secure study data and databases.
• Coordinate busy study visits and participant logistics.

Skills

Data entry

Spreadsheet

Database management

HIPAA compliance

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Clinical judgment

Education

BS degree in science/psychology

Tools

REDCap

Biospecimen collection

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is seeking a Research Assistant to support pediatric hematology and oncology studies. You will help collect data from human subjects, assist with scheduling and recruitment, and perform routine data entry and cognitive assessments in a clinical research setting.

The role involves on-site work with hybrid options, offering a strong benefits package and opportunities for career development within the Pediatric Research Office.