Research Intern

Tranquil Clinical Research and Consulting Services; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tranquil Clinical Research and Consulting Services in Webster, TX seeks a Research Intern to support clinical trials by collecting, aggregating, and analyzing data, performing data entry, and handling clerical tasks under supervision.

The role emphasizes adherence to responsible conduct of research, basic data management, and study coordination, with training such as CITI required; a Bachelor’s degree may be required for some programs.

Qualifications

• Must adhere to the standards for the responsible conduct of research.
• Organizational skills and basic math, data collection and analysis, and research principles.
• Knowledge of human subjects research.
• Proficient in Windows and/or Mac; strong writing, editing and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality of data and manage research projects.
• Ensure compliance with program guidelines and funding/regulatory requirements.
• Accurately complete IRB submissions on time.
• Collect data to facilitate operational and clinical research activities.
• Enter data into databases and sample tracking systems.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings; pursue required training and certifications.

Skills

Data entry

Research data analysis

Editing and writing

Windows/Mac proficiency

Attention to detail

CITI Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree may be required

Job description

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Description

The Research Intern is an entry level clinical research position. The Intern will perform a variety of research, database and clerical duties of a routine and technical nature to support clinical trials and assist investigators to organize, gather and compile clinical research data. The Intern will primarily be responsible for the collection, aggregation, and analysis of data. The Research Intern will also form other duties such as data entry, and administrative duties such as filing, record keeping, photocopying, and creating flyers/posters. The Research Intern will be supervised by a senior research staff member or principal investigator.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED (Required) Or Bachelor's Degree May require a Bachelor’s degree based on the specific internship program

Minimum Work Experience

0-2 years related experience. 2 years experience working in a medical or scientific research setting, preferred

Required Skills/Knowledge

Demonstrates adherence with the standards for the responsible conduct of research.

Work requires organizational skills, knowledge of basic mathematical, data collection and analysis, and research principles.

Knowledge of human subjects research.

Excellent computer skills in a Windows and/or Mac environment.

Excellent writing, editing, and proofing skills.

Required Licenses And Certifications

CITI Certification (Required)

Valid Driver's license

Functional Accountabilities

Research Projects

• Maintain confidentiality of data, as required.
• Plan, conduct and manage research projects.
• Responsible for appropriate use of research funds and resources.

Project Administration

• Ensure compliance with program guidelines and requirements of funding and regulatory agencies.
• Stay informed of and adhere to human research protection guidelines, relevant best practices, and changes to any research protocol.
• Accurately complete IRB submissions on time.
• Anticipate study needs and work to accomplish them in a timely manner.
• Seek assistance, when needed.

Data Collection

• Collect data in order to facilitate operational and clinical research activities.
• Enter clinical and research data and information into database, include electronic CRFs and sample tracking databases.
• Follow established guidelines in the collection of clinical data and/or administration of clinical studies.
• Support aggregation and analysis of study data, as directed by senior research staff.

Professional Development

• Attend and contribute to team meetings, including working to set and achieve project timelines and deliverables.
• Obtain training and certification as required by study protocol (e.g., CITI training).
• Comply with all annual job-related training requirements.