Clinical Research Assistant
The Clinical Research Assistant will be a member of the Department of Family Medicine Clinical Research Center team, working closely with study coordinators, nurses, investigators, and analysts. The Research Assistant will assist in implementing study start-up, protocols, procedures, recruitment screening, conducting visits per study protocol, and collecting and processing data for specified research projects. Current clinical trials include interventional studies for long COVID and diabetes, as well as observational cohort studies related to cardiovascular health. Most work will take place at the Family Care Center in Pawtucket, with some activities at other locations, including Kent Hospital in Warwick.
Responsibilities
1. Collect data through review of medical records, interviews, or other means.
2. Perform coding, data entry, and verification into paper and electronic databases.
3. Recruit subjects into research studies and conduct follow-up interviews as per study protocol, as appropriate.
4. Assist in processing and storing biological specimens under supervision.
5. Follow all risk management, infection control policies, and quality improvement activities.
6. Review scientific articles and enter references into a database.
7. Draft written documents related to study procedures.
8. Perform general office duties, including typing, photocopying, inventory management, and ordering supplies.
9. Perform other related duties as assigned.
10. Assist in preparing IRB submissions.
11. Work evening and/or weekend hours as required to support studies.
12. Respect and safeguard the rights and confidentiality of human subjects.
13. Adhere to hospital policies, guiding principles, rules, regulations, and Care New England service standards.
Qualifications and Job Specifications
* High School diploma or GED required; Associate's Degree preferred.
* Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office software.
* Ability to work with diverse populations and support an inclusive, culturally responsive environment.
Additional Information
Care New England Health System and its member institutions, including Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, and others, are committed to advancing medical research and providing innovative healthcare services.
**EEOC Statement**: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
**Americans with Disabilities Act Statement**: Applicants and employees with disabilities must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, as determined by the organization.
**Ethics Statement**: Employees are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the organization's ethical standards, including hospital policies, mission, vision, and values.
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