Research Assistant I, Infectious Disease

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

The Research Assistant I provides assistance to the Principal Investigator and Study Team in coordinating research activities that may include conducting a variety of routine experiments with established methodologies, data collection and management, and other research activities as assigned.

Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor’s degree will have a grace period of six months from their hire date to provide degree equivalency verification, or up to one year if starting in a per diem capacity.

Essential Functions:

Collects, manages, manipulates, analyzes, and reports research data. Supports study cohort management and maintenance. Conducts outreach and communication with study subjects, including mailings, follow-up communications, and collection of required documentation. Provides research support for epidemiological studies and other population-based research initiatives.

Qualifications

Working under the supervision of a Principal Investigator and Research Coordinator and following established policies and procedures, provides assistance on clinical research studies. May be responsible for the following activities: recruiting and evaluating patients for studies; collecting and organizing patient data; scheduling patients for study visits; transporting laboratory specimens; maintaining and updating data generated by the study.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conduct HIV, COVID-19, and other infectious disease Clinical Trials in both healthy and immunocompromised individuals.

2. Provide assistance on clinical research studies as per study guidelines and protocols.

3. May contribute to study and database design, if applicable.

4. Recruit and evaluate potential study participants. Per protocol instruction, conduct telephone interviews and schedule participants for study visits and screening.

5. Responsible for managing various regulatory submissions to the Institutional Review Board and/or Biosafety Committee (i.e. study registrations, amendments, reportable events, study closures).

6. Responsible for maintaining patient information database for study. Required to input data and maintain participant records as part of record keeping function.

7. Responsible for preparing Case Report Forms for participant and monitor visits.

8. Responsible for assisting in quarterly monitoring visits from study sponsor.

9. Responsible for mailing various study information or packets to study participants.

10. Answer any phone calls and inquiries regarding study protocol. Refer participants, when appropriate, to supervisor or clinical staff.

11. Will be trained to perform clinical procedures such as, but not limited to: phlebotomy, vitals assessments, and other specimen collections as specified in the protocol.

12. Collect and coordinate transport of laboratory and tissue specimens to designated lab personnel. May include limited processing of samples, if needed.

13. Monitor and set up any needed equipment. 14. Maintain inventory and orders supplies when necessary.

14. All other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Bachelor's Degree Science required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes

Experience New grad with some relevant coursework 0-1 year preferred

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

1. Excellent interpersonal skills are required for working with the study participants.

2. Good oral and written communication skills.

3. Knowledge of clinical research protocols.

4. Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks. 5. Careful attention to detail.

6. Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect for subjects’ rights and individual needs.

7. Some degree of computer literacy.

8. Ability to methodically record data.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works in an Infectious Disease ambulatory clinic setting located in the main hospital.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

15 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$21.00 - $29.01/Hourly

Grade

5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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