Research Assistant, Neurology

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits (health/dental/

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a Research Assistant in Neurology to support active studies in a fast paced clinical research environment. The role includes recruiting participants, administering questionnaires, abstracting records, maintaining databases, and assisting in grant preparation.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in clinical research or working with children and families.

Qualifications

• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).
• Bilingual candidate preferred, not required, fluent in English, Spanish, and/or Haitian Creole.

Responsibilities

• Assist in data collection and provide feedback on study progress.
• Recruit subjects using approved methods and referrals.
• Explain procedures and obtain informed consent from participants.

Skills

English proficiency

Bilingual (Spanish/Creole)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Statistical software

Job description

Position: Research Assistant Department: Neurology Research Location: Boston, MA Schedule: 40 hours per week, On-site

POSITION SUMMARY

The Research Assistant will perform research activities using approved techniques. Conducts patient recruitment, administers questionnaires, abstracts medical records, maintains patient databases, performs administrative tasks, assists in grant preparation, performs literature searches and participates with the research team in preparation of data and other reports.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.
• Obtains and distributes payment vouchers for participant reimbursements/participation.
• Administrative Responsible for the administrative aspects of the research study, including: managing program records and handling communication needs of the program.
• Prepares and maintains Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals and correspondence, including amendments and renewals as necessary.
• 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.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required by time of hire.

EXPERIENCE

• Prefer experience in clinical research, public health experience or working with children and families.
• Previous experience with recruiting subjects, with an understanding of the ethical and technical conduct of research preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).
• Bilingual candidate preferred, not required, fluent in spoken and written English, Spanish, and/or Haitian Creole.
• Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) and web browsers.
• Experience with statistical software a plus.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all personal/health sensitive information.

JOB BENEFITS

• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base especially for individuals pursuing careers in medicine or biomedical research.
• Pioneering Research: Engage in groundbreaking research projects that are driving the forefront of biomedical science.

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.

Compensation Range: $16.35- $22.84 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.

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.

Boston Medical Center 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.