Research Assistant

Arisa Health is seeking candidates to fill a Research Assistant position. The Research Assistant will support implementation of a PCORI-funded research study at a community-based clinic, that is overseen and monitored by a research team at the Johns Hopkins University. Under the direction of the Site Research Coordinator, the Research Assistant will assist with participant recruitment, enrollment, data collection, study documentation, and follow-up activities. This position will work closely with patients, clinic staff, and the research team to ensure study procedures are carried out accurately, respectfully, and in accordance with standardized and approved research protocols.


Arisa Health is Arkansas' largest and most comprehensive nonprofit behavioral health provider. Formed by the affiliation of 4 long-standing Arkansas community mental health centers, Arisa Health leads with exceptional care that nurtures health and well-being for all. Arisa provides outpatient services, Crisis services and emergency screening, substance abuse counseling, intensive children services, intensive adult services, medical services, and residential services in 41 Arkansas counties.

This position is classified as full-time, exempt.

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


What we look for in a Research Assistant:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, behavioral services, or related field is required
• Comfortable interacting with diverse patient populations in a clinical and community-based setting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work effectively independently and with team members
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Preferred experience:

• Prior experience in clinical research, community-based research, healthcare, or social services
• Recruiting or working with participants in a clinic or community setting
• Familiarity with REDCap or other electronic data capture systems
• Knowledge of human subjections protections and informed consent procedures
• Experience working with underserved or historically underrepresented populations.

What we offer our team members:

• A company dedicated to transforming communities one life at a time.
• A great benefits package that includes (but is not limited to) Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(k)/Roth plan with matching, and Healthcare Savings Accounts.
• Ongoing training throughout your employment
• Paid Time Off and Holidays throughout the year to recharge.
• Company sponsored Whole Health programs designed to recharge our teams.

Arisa Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Arisa Health aspires to lead with exceptional care that nurtures health and well-being for all by promoting an environment that is welcoming, equitable, inclusive, and diverse. We desire a workforce that represents the communities we serve. As such, we aim to make a difference by building a trustworthy culture that advances opportunities for growth while also encouraging excellence, innovation, and collaboration. At Arisa Health, we endeavor to work and live with passion as we strive to transform communities’ one life at a time.

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