Clinical Research Assistant NES

Summary:

Under the general
supervision of the Principal Investigators, assist in acquisition and analysis
of patient information for multiple clinical research projects. Interviews
patient families to gather information, prepares and maintains study record,
enters data via computer, performs statistical analyses of resultant data. May
participate in qualitative/quantitative analyses of resultant data and review
relevant literature to gather information; may participate in development of
research protocols. Will ensure protocol is being followed appropriately and
safely by all staff and will offer follow up support, as needed.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

All tasks will be
performed under the general supervision of the Principal Investigators.

Database maintenance
and assistance with data analysis:

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Data organization into appropriate format to facilitate data analysis

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Preparation of related graphs and charts or results of data gathered

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May perform computer-assisted statistical analysis such as multiple antecedent
variables, linear regression, frequencies, cross tabulations and the like

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May write non-complex programs using computer and software -compatible language
to reformat information, create new files, etc.

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May participate in quantitative and qualitative analyses of resultant
information

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May review literature pertaining to research being conducted in order to better
understand project and gather relevant information

Qualitative data
collection: 

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Conduct brief and long interviews with patient families 

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Obtain informed consent for interviews

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       Ensure accurate transcription of interview data

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       Ensure that data are collected appropriately 

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May participate in quantitative and qualitative analyses of resultant
information

Coordination and
organization of wider outreach:

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Planning and posting of social media posts

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Assistance with article submission

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Coordination and follow up of planned publications 

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 Coordinates activities of others assigned to research project to
interview patients, compete forms or perform other tasks.

Works
with Information Services as needed to maintain computer equipment and access
to software.

May assist in planning
research protocols.

Other information:

BASIC
KNOWLEDGE:

Bachelor's
Degree or enrolled in a Bachelor's program, ideally specializing in medicine,
psychology, or related area.

EXPERIENCE:

Three
to six months on-the-job experience to become familiar with specific research
studies preferred.

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.

Demonstrated knowledge
and skills necessary to provide participants with consideration of autism,
child developmental stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care
process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Often works within a
specific department to identify, enroll and follow up on research patients. May
spend much of the time standing and walking between departments, offices,
Medical Records, etc.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Perform independently
within the department's policies and practices. Refers specific complex
problems to the supervisor when clarification of the departmental policies and
procedures are required.

SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran, or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location: Rhode Island Hospital, USA:RI:Providence

Work Type: Part Time

Shift: Shift 1

Union: Non-Union