Research Assistant I BWH Cardiovascular
Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH)

Working very independently with little guidance from Project Manager and/or Principal Investigator, coordinates all activities of research area including but not limited to supervising the daily activities of research assistants, implementing and maintaining quality assurance procedures, performing statistical analyses, and designing research protocols with Principal Investigator.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinates all (or portion) of research study activities. Function as a resource for all study issues. Identifies problems and develops solutions.

Designs, implements, and evaluates recruitment strategies for study participants.

Interact with patients/subjects regarding study, including patient education, procedural instruction, follow-up. May serve as a liaison between patient and physician.

Responsible for overseeing the data collection process. Ensures integrity of patient data.

Implements and maintains quality assurance procedures and systems.

In collaboration with PI, develops and implements new research protocols including design, data collection systems, and institutional review board approval.

In collaboration with Project manager and or PI, develops, implements and/or maintains an orientation and training program for all staff.

All other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

• B.S. or B.A.
• New graduate with relevant course or project work

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Must possess the ability to work independently and display initiative to introduce innovations to research study.
• Must have sound interpersonal skills and the ability to supervise others.
• Must possess strong analytical skills and conceptual thinking.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and set deadlines.
• Ability to identify problems and develop solutions.
• High degree of computer literacy.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect for subject's rights and individual needs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Each area should include working conditions specific to position. Please also include any specific physical requirements - lifting, bending, etc.

EEO Statement
BWH is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.

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