Research Associate Senior

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a research support professional to provide development and technical assistance for investigators, physicians, and staff at a major Pittsburgh hospital.

The role focuses on implementing R&D projects, coordinating activities, collecting data, and ensuring regulatory compliance. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required, with Master’s preferred and opportunities to mentor others.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3 years of related research experience.
• 1-3 years’ related experience.
• Experience with data collection and data entry.
• Experience with computer software programs.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements and manages the technical aspect of research and development projects.
• Plans and coordinates activities for R&D projects.
• Communicates and collects relevant data for R&D projects.
• Acts as a liaison between clinical staff and research projects.
• Ensures patient safety and compliance with protocol and regulatory agencies and adherence to safety regulations and data integrity.
• Mentors new employees and participates in hospital initiatives.

Skills

Data collection

Data entry

Software proficiency

Research processes

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW

Provides research, development, and technical support to investigators, physicians and staff.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implements and manages the technical aspect of research and development projects. (40%)
• Plans and coordinates all activities pertinent to specific research and development projects. (35%)
• Communicates and collects all relevant data related to R&D projects. (10%)
• Serves as a liaison between clinical staff and research projects. (5%)
• Ensures patient safety, compliance with the protocol and regulatory agencies and adherence to appropriate safety regulations and data integrity. (5%)
• Performs other duties which may include but not limited to mentoring new employees and participating in hospital initiatives. (5%)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Bachelor's degree or 3 years of related research experience
• 1-3 years’ related experience
• Experience with research processes, including data collection and data entry
• Experience with computer software programs
• Preferred Master’s degree

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

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