Research Fellow - Genetics

Research Assistant page is loaded## Research Assistantlocations: Wheeling Hospital (WHH)time type: To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. This position will assist in the collection, validation, and entry of data using established tools, technology and databases for the designated research department. The Research Assistant will perform administrative functions in order to support the accomplishment of the research/project objectives for a variety of clinical trials and/or studies. The major purpose of this position is to provide support to the clinical trials coordinator(s) of all assigned clinical trials and studies in which the department is participating.**Bachelor's Degree.**One year of experience in research, administrative, or clinical support.**Obtain certification as a Research Professional through the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA) **OR** the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) with three years of hire date preferred.**Two years of experience in research, administrative, or clinical support.**Assists in study enrollment and specimen collection as needed.Assists with data collection and checking data completeness.Assists with follow-up mailings and phone calls to ensure the Follow-Up Protocol is utilized.Assists in reviewing the data collection forms for completeness and reconciling missing data for data entry.Enters research/project data into databases, ensuring data accuracy, and timeliness of data entry.Produces documents accurately and in a timely manner, corrected for content and grammar according to project timeline.Demonstrates the ability to obtain patient information from computer applications in an accurate and timely manner.Utilizes computer software and Internet access to assist the research team in planning, scheduling, and conducting meetings, presentations, and conferences.Utilizes computer software and Internet access to assist the research team in preparing abstracts and manuscripts.Maintains well organized files for reference in the work of the project.Clearly and consistently communicates status of projects to research team members.Participates in a variety of complex activities involved in the collection, compilation, documentation and analysis of clinical research data.Performs filing and data entry as needed to keep all research records and regulatory files up to date.Work collaboratively with investigators and study coordinators for study-specific training and communication related to possible or already accrued study participants.Independently participates in activities to increase knowledge base and performance.Ensures compliance with WVU Institutional Review Board, Good Clinical Practice guidelines and federal regulations related to clinical research.Associated clerical duties as assigned and necessary for each study/trial assigned.Attendance of all appropriate training seminars as required by study/trial agency.**Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Requires Manual dexterity used in operating office equipment.occasional heavy lifting (patient assistance) and the ability to move equipment.**Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.There is patient contact and potential to come in contact with patients having communicable disease (URI, HIV, Hepatitis B, TB, usual childhood diseases, etc.) Prior clinical research and trial experience desired.High degree of computer literacy, MS Office products.Planning skills in scheduling of patients, physicians, site visitors and facility usage are critical. Analysis of protocols, feasibility of studies based on patient populations, financial considerations, facility capabilities, technical support and other support systems is imperative.Analytical skills include the technical aspects of gathering data for purposes of study-related activities.Additional Job Description:****Scheduled Weekly Hours:**40**Shift:****Exempt/Non-Exempt:**United States of America (Non-Exempt)**Company:**WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.**Cost Center:**55 WH Nursing Cancer and Infusion Center**Address:**1 Medical Park DriveWheelingWest Virginia**Equal Opportunity Employer**West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively \"WVUHS\") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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