Research Assistant I

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

 

Job Summary

Working under general supervision of a principal investigator, manager or project leader and following established policies and procedures, aids with research studies.
May be responsible for the following activities: collecting and organizing study data; scheduling appointments; tracking equipment use, calibration, location; ordering supplies and equipment; transferring samples/specimen; maintaining and updating data generated by the study; maintaining regulatory documentation; tracking expenditures.

 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Aids with research studies as per guidelines and protocols.
• Approaches patients to fill out surveys and ensures completion. Follows up with patients to ensure questionnaires are completed.
• Working within existing data systems to ensure correct tabulation of data.
• Organizes and processes study data. Creates and maintains databases/files containing study data using standard Division practices.
• Assists Investigators and other study personnel in executing studies. Carries out standard and study-specific events as outlined in the study orders, SOPs, and other written documents. Drafts and/or modifies written procedures for study-specific events/data procedures. Acts as a liaison between Investigators, hospital staff, administrative staff, subject recruiters, and research subjects to identify areas for quality and workflow improvements.
• Assists Investigator in research activities. Performs literature searches, reviews literature, enters papers into reference database, compiles and checks reference lists for manuscripts, grants, and other written reports.
• Assists in preparation and submission of IRB documents, other applications, as well as grants.
• Assists in orienting and training new employee if needed.
• Follows Infection Control, Electrical Safety, Radiation Safety and other guidelines as mandated by BWH, OSHA, or other regulatory agencies; follows HIPPA and Human Research guidelines as mandated by DHHS. Follows all standard operating procedures for Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Center for Clinical Investigation, and BWH; follows study-specific procedures.
• Performs all other duties, as required

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to work independently in a busy, research, academic, open office setting with other employees.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
• Careful attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of computer programs, databases, etc.
• Ability to learn new skills and procedures quickly and perform them independently.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect for subject rights and individual needs.
• Must be able to be HIPAA compliant at all times.

 

 

Hybrid

 

75 Francis Street

 

40

 

Regular

 

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$19.76 - $28.44/Hourly

Grade

5
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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