Clinical research assistant

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The Clinical Research Assistant performs data collection duties including electronic medical record chart review; tracking patients longitudinally through therapy and identifying key clinical timepoints for biospecimen collection. Identifies appropriate patients from clinical schedules; discusses research studies with patients and obtains consent; supports participant recruitment and the implementation of strategies; assists in the collection of research data and specimens; coordinates with laboratory staff for time-sensitive collection of biospecimens. May be asked to participate in qualitative research including administering questionnaires, conducting patient interviews, leading focus groups, tracking study mailings and communication with participants; performing data entry and preparing study reports; overseeing and maintaining accurate records of research activities; conducting library research on requested topics; providing support in planning and implementing programmatic activities; serving as a liaison with the research team and other departments; assisting in promoting communications between the research team, clinicians, and community organizations; working closely with and supporting the project coordinator, data analyst, biostatistician, and principal investigators in their research efforts; attending research team meetings; assisting with analysis of research results; participating in the planning, design, and execution of complex health services research studies; conducting critical analysis of research literature related to health services research; developing plans and resource tools to meet the requirements of new protocols; summarizing data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts; and performing other duties as assigned by PIs.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences or medical field, or equivalent combination of education experience required. 0 years of relevant experience required. 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

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