Clinical Research Assistant

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator(s), assists in acquisition and analysis of patient information for multiple clinical research projects. Interviews patients to gather information, prepares and maintains study record, enters data via computer, performs statistical analyses of resultant data. Participates in qualitative/quantitative analyses of resultant data. Reviews relevant literature to gather information; may participate in development of research protocols. May perform EKG’s and take vital signs during research-based monitoring tests. May also perform blood spinning and shipment of blood and tissue samples as required by protocol. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides assistance to Principal Investigator to coordinate clinical research activities related to department’s field of study and investigator’s specific study. Assists research physician in identification and follow up of patients meeting criteria for inclusion in clinical research studies; ensures protocol eligibility requirements are met. Establishes and/or maintains study record for each participant. Interviews patient and/or family to explain nature of study, elicit cooperation and gather information to complete study questionnaire. Facilitates obtaining informed consent. May schedule patient appointments and call patients to complete documentation. May review medical records to abstract information necessary to complete forms. May request and follow up on missing data such as laboratory test results and the like. Monitors adherence to protocol; alerts physician when laboratory tests ordered have not been performed, medication protocol not followed, etc. May perform research-based EKG’s, vital signs, blood spinning and shipping of blood and tissue products, in accordance with protocol specifications. Collects and organizes patient data into appropriate format to facilitate data entry. Operates computer to enter study information into database. Using pre-packaged software and according to needs of research study, performs computer-assisted statistical analysis such as multiple antecedent variables, linear regression, frequencies, cross tabulations and the like. May write non-complex programs using computer and software –compatible language to reformat information, create new files, etc. Maintains computer equipment; arranges for internal/external service as necessary to effect repairs and maintenance. Prepares related graphs and charts to report results of data gathered. Participates in quantitative and qualitative analyses of resultant information. May assist in planning research protocols MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Bachelor’s Degree in Applied or Life Sciences or related area, including courses in research methodologies and microcomputer systems. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. EXPERIENCE: Three to six months on-the-job experience to become familiar with specific research studies. Knowledge of theory and techniques of research methodology. Organizational skills to organize and prioritize own efforts on multiple projects and to gather research information, format appropriately for computer data entry, prepare and maintain records and reports, etc. Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families and Hospital professional to gather and exchange information. Analytical skills to participate in developing research protocols perform statistical analyses and participate in qualitative/quantitative analyses of research data. Technical ability to operate and maintain computer system. Pay Range: $41,537.60-$68,556.80 EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906 Work Type: M-F 8am - 5pm Work Shift: Day Daily Hours: 8 hours Driving Required: No As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island. Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. 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