Senior Research Assistant

Georgetown University; United States; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings

Job summary

Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. is seeking a Senior Research Assistant to join the Huntington’s Disease Care Education and Research Center (HD CERC).

You will help implement clinical trials, schedule visits, and manage day-to-day operations within the center. The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree and at least one year of experience in clinical trials involving adults, with the ability to work independently and handle confidential patient information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and at least 1 year of experience in clinical trials working with adult participants.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clinical trial implementation and clinic scheduling and operations.
• Work independently to run day-to-day operations for clinical trials in the Huntington’s Center.
• Handle administrative tasks for the Director, Clinical Trials Director, and Outreach Coordinator, including confidential patient files.

Skills

Clinical trial coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

About Georgetown University

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Job Overview

The Senior Research Assistant will be a part of the Huntington’s Disease Care Education and Research Center (HD CERC) to assist with clinical trial implementation and clinic scheduling and operations. The position will work independently to implement and run day to day operations for clinical trials in the Huntington’s Center. In addition, the position will require administrative work for the Director of the Center, Clinical Trials Director, and Outreach Coordinator, including independent work with confidential patient files.

Work Interactions

In addition to reporting to the Clinical Trials Director, the position will work closely with the Research Manager. The candidate will work closely with the Clinical Research Unit (CRU) and other university departments (e.g. MRI, ophthalmology) to ensure protocols are understood and visits there are conducted properly. The candidate will interact closely with study sponsors (Huntington Study Group, pharmaceutical companies, foundations, etc) to maintain GCP and protocol compliance.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Candidate should have a Bachelor’s Degree and at least 1 year of experience in clinical trials working with adult participants.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid 2 Days. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range

Pay Range: The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $41,926.00 - $65,090.00 Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

Benefits

• Benefits: Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options.
• You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

EEO Statement

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our Values and Mission

We’re a leading research university with a heart. Founded in the decade that the U.S. Constitution was signed, we’re the nation’s oldest Catholic and Jesuit university. Today we’re a forward-looking, diverse community devoted to social justice, restless inquiry and respect for each person’s individual needs and talents. Grounded in our Jesuit, Catholic identity, the Spirit of Georgetown undergirds everything we do. Learn how HR CARES for faculty and staff, nurturing an environment of mutual respect where imaginations flourish and ideas are realized to positively impact the world.