Position: Research Assistant II, Emergency Medicine

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Hybrid (4 days per week in-office)

ABOUT BMC:

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal - to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience.

You'll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth and where you'll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Research Assistant II will coordinate and implement subject recruitment, enrollment, follow-up, data collection, and study conduct. Responsibilities include identifying and screening research subjects, recruiting and maintaining follow-up of research subjects, tracking absent (lost to follow) subjects, explaining and acquiring signatures of subjects for informed consent documents, data collection, database entry and performing other administrative tasks in support of clinical studies.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in data collection and provides feedback on study's progress.
• Recruits subjects to participate in the study by using approved methodologies. Obtains and distributes payment vouchers for participant reimbursements/participation.
• Makes independent judgements of suitability of potential participants for clinical trials. Develops and implements patent recruitment strategies.
• Conducts the enrollment of study participants, including explaining research procedures, and obtaining informed consent of subjects and/or their families.
• Schedules appointments of study participants; conducts reminder phone calls and/or sends mailouts.
• Recommends changes to protocols and evaluates data. Oversees work of research assistants.

Administrative

• Prepares and maintains Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals and correspondence, including amendments and renewals as necessary.
• Perform administrative duties associated with the study's Data Monitoring and Safety Board, tracking and reporting adverse events and collecting data specified by the DSMB.
• Responsible for the administrative aspects of the research study, including: managing program records and handling program communication needs.
• Responsible for all other administrative duties related to research activities.

The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline is required. Masters degree a plus. *With a Master's Degree, no work experience is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of1+ years of experience in research or clinical program activities required. Knowledge of medical terminology required. Experience with recruiting subjects, with an understanding of the ethical and technical conduct of research.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual or multi-lingual skills (beyond that of English) appropriate to the patient population served is a plus.
• Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Access and PowerPoint.
• Experience with statistical analysis tools a plus.
• Ability to perform basic data management tasks (coding, data entry, data cleaning, retrieval).
• Experience using quantitative data analysis software helpful (e.g., SPSS, SAS, Minitab).

JOB BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base especially for individuals pursuing careers in medicine or biomedical research.
• Pioneering Research: Engage in groundbreaking research projects that are driving the forefront of biomedical science.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn't dictate health.

is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail toor call617-638-8582to let us know the nature of your request.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans