Senior Research Assistant

Georgetown University; Vinalhaven (ME); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University in Washington, DC, invites applications for a Senior Research Assistant within the Huntington’s Disease Care Education and Research Center (HD CERC). The role supports clinical trial implementation, clinic scheduling, and day-to-day operations, while handling confidential patient files and coordinating with the director and outreach team.

Responsibilities include independent management of trial visits, coordination with the CRU and other departments, and ensuring adherence

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.
• Run day-to-day operations for clinical trials and manage trial logistics.
• Coordinate with HD CERC leadership, CRU, and other departments to ensure protocol adherence.
• Handle confidential patient files and perform administrative tasks for the Director and Outreach Coordinator.

Skills

Clinical trials experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

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.

Requirements

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. Managers for Hybrid and On-Campus positions may also submit requests to post a salary range following the parameters listed above, but posting this information is not required. Sponsored Project Management (if applicable) If this position serves as the Department Financial Manager for a Sponsored Project, please insert the text found on the HR website: http://hr.georgetown.edu/employment_services/costcentermanagers.html

Pay Range:

The projectedsalary 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.

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.

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.