Research Assistant - Orthopedics Sports Medicine

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Research Assistant to perform day-to-day tasks that support ongoing research projects. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a HS diploma/GED and experience with human subjects research.

You will demonstrate strong organizational skills and professional interaction with leaders, faculty, and participants. Candidates should have excellent written and verbal communication abilities and proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Suite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent plus HS diploma/GED.
• Experience with human subjects research.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day completion of tasks for assigned research projects.

Skills

Research ethics

Communication

Admin skills

Independent planning

Research methods

Interpersonal skills

MS Office/Google Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent + HS Diploma/GED

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Research Assistant will be responsible for the day-to-day completion of tasks necessary for the success of an assigned research project or set of related projects.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent years of experience plus High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), GED equivalent programs, and/or other Vocational degrees/certificates.
• Experience with human subjects research.
• Ability to make good administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Ability to work independently to plan, organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of research methods and topical content of assigned study.
• Ability to deal effectively and professionally with persons ranging from leaders of national organizations, senior faculty, fellow RAs and patients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.