Senior Research Assistant

Posting Details

I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION


Job Description Summary:


Medical Faculty Associates (MFA) is working with the Department of Epidemiology in the Milken Institute School of Public Health at George Washington University (GWU) to conduct an NIH-funded longitudinal cohort study, called the "DC Cohort", to capture clinical information on persons living with HIV and receiving care in Washington, DC. MFA is seeking a Senior Research Assistant to assist in the conduct of this study and several related sub-studies.


This study is conducted in partnership with numerous clinical providers in Washington, DC, the DC Department of Health, and the National Institutes of Health. The Senior Research Assistant will assist the site Principal Investigator and Project Director in the overall management and coordination of the study.


Responsibilities Include:

• Obtain patient informed consent to participate in DC Cohort Study and related sub-studies and address relevant patient questions.
• Maintain site compliance with the IRB, consent procedures, and Manual of Policies and Procedures.
• Assist in maintaining up-to-date data files and perform routine quality assurance measures.
• Track, document, and report instances of participant refusal and study withdrawal.
• Assist with data linkage to the DC Department of Health.
• Upload and regularly update patient data from the site into the DC Cohort database.
• Perform data quality checks and take appropriate action as necessary.
• Assist the data export contractor in ensuring that data export programs are functioning properly from the site to the DC Cohort database.
• Collaborate with MFA Site PI to ensure the site is meeting performance standards.
• Coordinate other study management activities as needed.

Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.


Minimum Qualifications:


Qualified candidates will hold a BA/BS and 1 year of experience in a related discipline. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong data management and computer skills are desired.
• Experience working with research databases like Microsoft Excel, REDCap, and ACCESS is preferred.
• Experience working with patients and/or research participants is a plus.
• Experience with the clinical aspects of HIV disease or conduct of HIV research is desired.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and work independently
• Detail-oriented
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience with clinical research is desired.

Hiring Range
$18.51 - $33.85


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Healthcare Benefits
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II. POSITION INFORMATION


Campus Location:
Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.


College/School/Department:
Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH)


Family
Research and Labs


Sub-Family
Field Research


Stream
Service and Support


Level
Level 3


Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full-Time


Hours Per Week:
40


Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.


Will this job require the employee to work on site?
Yes


Employee Onsite Status
On-campus (in person)


Telework:

Required Background Check
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only?
No


Posting Number:
R002456


Job Open Date:
09/01/2026


Job Close Date:

Background Screening
Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.


EEO Statement:


The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.