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 closely with and under the supervision of the Project Manager and other study staff, provides support in the conduct of a NIHLBI funded Statin Therapy to Prevent Cancer Associated Venous Thromboembolism (STAT-CAT) in enrolling 4,000 participants across the US. We anticipate participants will be randomized over 8-10 sites throughout the US in a hospital or clinic setting where a physician or other qualified medical professional is present to evaluate the patient for inclusion and exclusion criteria. All trial follow-up will be conducted directly using electronic contact and/or call center telephone contact on a regular basis over the planned 12 month treatment period. After affirmation of participation into the trial, patients eligible for the treatment trial will have data registered into an electronic data system and will be randomized via a secure Internet Web-based Randomization System. Responsibilities include supplying participants with study drug in child-proof bottles via overnight shipping directly to addresses as confirmed by the subject, monthly follow-up calls to study participants to see how they are doing, have they been able to take the study pills, any side effects that they might have, any new medical conditions that have been diagnosed, new medications that they have started, and any other changes in their health. Other responsibilities may include participating in operational staff meetings, webinars, and Investigator teleconference calls and/or meetings. Qualifications Assists with all aspects of a large and multi-faceted trial of statin therapy medication, vs placebo in patients who have been recently diagnosed with cancer or relapsed cancer who are initiating systemic cancer therapies, are not planned to receive anticoagulation Will require assisting with maintaining contact with the randomized subjects, as needed. Responsible to select the correct study drug box identified by a study randomization number assigned by the secure IWRS system and ship overnight using FedEx for next day delivery. Follow up to ensure receipt of assigned study medication or placebo within 48 hours of the shipment. Assist with inventory and acknowledge receipt of all study drug shipments and maintain accurate dispensing records. Responds to study participants who need clarification of study protocol, methodology, and issues related to participation. Forwards calls to the appropriate staff, if unable to respond to the issue. Documents interactions with study participants by completing and processing the appropriate forms and entering summary information into electronic participant files. Shares responsibility for phone coverage to triage and respond to site queries, calls sites for missing forms or records, brings any issues or problems noted to supervisor for speedy resolution, and documents every phone conversation as appropriate. Assist with the preparation of medical records for endpoint adjudication by the physician endpoint committee. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: B.A. or B.S. Spanish speaking preferred. Up to one year of experience in a medically related field or a research environment. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Ability to work independently. Excellent interpersonal and telephone skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to prioritize a variety of tasks and appropriately seek guidance as needed. High degree of computer literacy. Sound independent judgment. Fluent in Spanish. Remote Type Hybrid Work Location 900 Commonwealth Avenue Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $21.00 - $29.01/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. 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