Research Regulatory Assistant PD

SUMMARY: The Regulatory Assistant performs multiple tasks in order to meet compliance requirements in research. This position will be assisting in the overseeing of clinical research regulatory requirements for the department. The Regulatory Assistant will provide support in managing clinical trials for the department. The Regulatory Assistant supports the department and clinical studies through the regulatory portion of the trial submission process to maintaining the regulatory integrity of assigned clinical trials from approval to closure. The Regulatory Assistant works closely with other Regulatory Assistants and Regulatory Coordinators within the department. 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: The Regulatory Assistant supports clinical trials in an administrative manner and is responsible for the following duties: • Assist with the preparation and/ or collection of study related research required regulatory documents, including but not limited to: Financial Disclosure Form, Conflict of Interest Form, Delegation of Authority/ Staff Signature Logs • May collect signatures to ensure accuracy of study documents • Receives and processes clinical trial external safety reports, including SUSARs • May process and file IRB and RDC approvals; may update the Clinical Trial Management System • May complete minor revisions to clinical trials, such as personnel updates or continuing reviews • May assist with the preparation and set-up of sponsor visits, such as Monitoring Visits, Site Initiation Visits and Close-Out Visits • Liaises with regulatory staff, sponsors, investigators, and research team members• Participates in Study Initiation Visits and Interim Monitoring Visits • Performs other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: • Bachelor’s degree in Applied or Life Sciences or related area, including courses in research methodologies and microcomputer systems. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an additional 2-3 years of experience may be substituted. • Knowledge of theory and techniques of research methodology • Must possess the following skills: • Detail-oriented and excellent organizational skills • Strong-self-starter Interpersonal skills • Team-oriented • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Proficient in Microsoft office and in various database applications EXPERIENCE: 6 months - 1 year in direct clinical trial administration experience or relevant administrative experience preferred but not required. The Regulatory Assistant should develop general understanding of compliance requirements with federal, state and/or local programmatic regulations within three months of employment. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position is a sedentary position. One must be able to transport paperwork to another building (sometimes up to 10 lbs.) at one time. Bending and stooping may also be requirements for filing of paperwork. Standing to copy may also be required. INDEPENDENT ACTION: This position requires a quick thinker, who can independently make basic and sometimes complex decisions pertaining to the completion and transmission of required regulatory documentation to internal departments, as well as external agencies, including, but not limited to study sponsors, local and federal agencies. This person should also be able to work with outside monitors and work independently. He/she should be able answer inquiries related to regulatory issues, and if not known, communicate with the correct person to determine the answer. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None Pay Range: $19.97-$32.96 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: Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Work Type: M-F Variable schedule (8-430pm) Work Shift: Day Daily Hours: Per Diem - As required 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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