Research Associate Senior

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a research professional to support R&D initiatives within a hospital setting. You will oversee technical aspects of projects, coordinate activities, collect and report data, and liaise with clinical teams to ensure alignment with protocols and safety standards.

The role emphasizes data integrity, regulatory compliance, and collaboration across departments, with opportunities to mentor junior staff and contribute to hospital initiatives.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Implements and manages the technical aspect of R&D projects.
• Plans and coordinates all activities pertinent to specific research and development projects.
• Communicates and collects all relevant data related to R&D projects.
• Liaises between clinical staff and research projects.
• Ensures patient safety, compliance with the protocol and regulatory agencies and data integrity.
• Performs other duties which may include mentoring new employees and participating in hospital initiatives.

Skills

Data collection

Data entry

Communication

Research processes

Education

Bachelor's degree

3 years related research experience

Master’s degree

Job description

Company

Allegheny Health Network

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

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