[Hiring] Clinical Research Assistant @Brown Medicine

Role Description

Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator(s) and Clinical Research Coordinator, assist in recruitment, acquisition, and analysis of patient information for multiple clinical research projects. Responsibilities include:

• Interviews patients to gather information.
• Prepares and maintains study records.
• Enters data via computer.
• Performs statistical analyses of resultant data.
• Participates in qualitative/quantitative analyses of resultant data.
• Reviews relevant literature to gather information.
• May participate in the development of research protocols.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Additionally, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors:

• Instill Trust and Value Differences
• Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Applied or Life Sciences or related area, including courses in research methodologies and microcomputer systems.
• Three to six months on-the-job experience to become familiar with specific research studies.
• Knowledge of theory and techniques of research methodology.
• Organizational skills to organize and prioritize efforts on multiple projects.
• Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and hospital professionals.
• Analytical skills to participate in developing research protocols and perform statistical analyses.
• Technical ability to operate and maintain computer systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care considering aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns.

Requirements

• Often works within a specific department to identify, enroll, and follow up with research patients.
• May spend much of the time standing and walking between departments, offices, Medical Records, etc.
• Perform independently within the department’s policies and practices.
• Refers specific complex problems to the supervisor when clarification of departmental policies and procedures are required.
• No supervisory responsibility.

Benefits

• Pay Range: $19.97-$32.96
• EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Company Description

Location: The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906

• Work Type: Varies
• Work Shift: Variable
• Daily Hours: 4 hours
• Driving Required: No