Research Assistant II, Neurology

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a Research Assistant II to coordinate subject recruitment, enrollment, follow-up, and data collection in Neurology. This on-site per diem role includes screen and consent participants, as well as data entry and participation in study meetings.

Required is a Bachelor's degree with 1+ year of research experience, knowledge of medical terminology, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline is required
• Masters degree a plus
• Minimum of 1+ years of experience in research or clinical program activities required
• Knowledge of medical terminology required
• Experience with recruiting subjects and ethical/technical conduct of research

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment, enrollment, and follow-up of research subjects
• Data collection and database entry, including transcription and coding of qualitative data
• Prepare reports, presentations, and data analyses for study meetings
• Obtain informed consent from subjects and/or families
• Maintain and track study documentation, IRB approvals, and amendments as necessary
• Perform general administrative duties to support study activities

Skills

English communication

Spanish bilingual

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Statistical analysis software

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Masters degree a plus

Tools

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

SPSS

SAS

Minitab

Job description

Position

Position: Research Assistant II Department: Neurology Schedule: Per Diem, On-site

POSITION SUMMARY

The Research Assistant II will coordinate and implement subject recruitment, enrollment, follow-up, data collection, and study conduct. Responsibilities include identifying and screening research subjects, recruiting and maintaining follow-up of research subjects, tracking absent (lost to follow) subjects, explaining and acquiring signatures of subjects for informed consent documents, data collection, database entry (including, but not limited to, data entry, transcription of qualitative questionnaires and coding of qualitative data), and participation in study meetings and performing other administrative tasks in support of the clinical studies.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the administrative aspects of the research study, including: managing program records and handling communication needs of the program. Provides assistance in the development of reports, presentations, and data analysis. Assists in data collection and provides feedback on study’s progress. Recruits subjects to participate in the study by using approved methodologies, such as, reaching to healthcare providers for referrals, visiting clinics, sending mailouts, using approved advertisements, etc. Conducts the enrollment of study participants, including explaining research procedures, and obtaining informed consent of subjects and/or their families. Schedules appointments of study participants; conducts reminder phone calls and/or sends mailouts. Reviews the data collection forms for each enrollee for completion and quality; checks work of junior staff performing data entry to ensure timely and accurate entry. Provides technical guidance to junior staff. Obtains and distributes payment vouchers for participant reimbursements/participation. Perform administrative duties associated with the study’s Data Monitoring and Safety Board, tracking and reporting adverse events and collecting data specified by the DSMB. Responsible for all other administrative duties related to research activities. Prepares and maintains Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals and correspondence, including amendments and renewals as necessary. Conducts literature searches. Assists Investigators with manuscript and presentation preparation and research. Performs office-related duties such as answering phones, picking up and delivering mail, ordering and distributing office supplies, handling faxes, scanning, filing, photocopying, collating materials, maintaining the update of policy manuals, etc.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in related discipline is required. Masters degree a plus. Minimum of 1+ years of experience in research or clinical program activities required. (With a Master's Degree, no work experience is required.) Knowledge of medical terminology required. Experience with recruiting subjects, with an understanding of the ethical and technical conduct of research.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Excellent English communication skills (oral and written). Bilingual (Spanish) or multi-lingual skills appropriate to the patient population served is a must for this position. Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations. Organizational ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently and to prioritize duties. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Access and PowerPoint. Experience with statistical analysis tools a plus. Ability to perform basic data management tasks (coding, data entry, data cleaning, retrieval). Experience using quantitative data analysis software helpful (e.g., SPSS, SAS, Minitab). Excellent interpersonal skills needed to work with human subjects and patients in a hospital setting. Must be able to maintain strict protocols of all confidential or sensitive information.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn’t dictate health. Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

COMPENSATION

Compensation Range: $18.27- $25.72 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being. NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

Equal Opportunity / Diversity / Inclusion

BMC participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital. BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment. Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too.

Equal Employment/affirmative action employer statement

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

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