Childrens Hospital Chicago Clinical Research assistant - Epilepsy

Clinical Research assistant - Epilepsy

Tracking Code

4298-177

Job Description

General Summary of Position Responsibility:  

This position assists clinical research personnel in the implementation of clinical research studies. 

Essential Job Functions:

1. Coordinates reimbursement of subjects.
2. Assists clinical research personnel in the implementation of clinical research studies.
3. Assists in the recruitment of study subjects.
4. Develops a relationship with study subjects.
5. Collects specimens from subjects and processes specimens as instructed.
6. Maintains inventory of supplies or equipment.
7. Prepares lab kits and requisitions prior to visits.
8. Records data on case report forms from source documents. Interprets data and extractions
9. Conducts literature searches and assists with QA/QC procedures.
10. Participates in research related conferences.
11. Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

1. High School Diploma or equivalent required.  Bachelor’s degree, in a related field preferred (undergraduate experience in research work desired).
2. Minimum  1* year of experience in clinical research with increasing responsibility.
3. Current professional licensure (if applicable).

Job Location

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Position Type

Part-Time

FTE Status

.6

Work Days

3 days/week

Shift Hours

8:00am-4:30pm

Shift

DAY

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Yale VA Hospital Psychiatry Research

Original Posting Date	18-May-2015
STARS Requisition number	31796BR
Supervisory Organization	Psychiatry - VA Other Research
University Job Title	Research Assistant 2 HSS
Posting Position Title	Research Assistant 2 HSS
Bargaining Unit	L34 - Local 34 (Yale Union Group)
Job Category	Technician
Time Type	Part time
Duration Type	Fixed
If Fixed Duration, Period	1 year from date of hire
Other Fixed Duration Date	31-May-2016
If Fixed Duration, is continuation possible?	Yes
Compensation Grade	Labor Grade D
Work Location	Medical School Campus
Worksite Address	221 Whitney Ave New Haven, CT 06511
Work Week	Flexible or Non-Standard (for anything other than Standard)
Total # of hours to be worked:	24
Position Focus:	The Research Assistant will work under the supervision of the Deputy Director of the Clinical Neurosciences Division (CND) of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs National Center for PTSD and Yale Department of Psychiatry. The Research Assistant will provide support for all aspects of ongoing projects in the Translational Psychiatric Epidemiology Laboratory of the CND. Specific tasks will include coordination and implementation of all psychosocial, cognitive, and basic physical assessment procedures; creation and management of all study databases; data cleaning, and conducting and summarizing results of basic data analyses; conducting literature reviews and preparing annotated bibliographies; assisting in the preparation of conference presentations and manuscripts; and coordinating meetings and phone teleconferences of the study team.  The individual will also be responsible for maintaining correspondence with institutional review boards and funding agencies.
Essential Duties	1.  Researches and collects data through site or home visit intakes; library research; structured interviews; or through other means for research projects.  2.  Interprets, synthesizes, and analyzes data using scientific or statistical techniques.  Modifies and plans research experiments, procedures, tests, or survey instruments. Assists in research design.   3.  Writes and edits material for publication and presentation.  Reports on status of research activities.  Oversees and instructs research and support staff on technical procedures, equipment operation, and laboratory maintenance.  4.  Schedules and coordinates research activities.  Identifies and recruits study participants.  Orders and maintains inventory of supplies.  5.  May assist in preparing financial information and monitoring budgets.   6.  Performs additional functions incidental to research activities.
Required Education and Experience	Two years of related work experience in the same job family and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Required Skill/Ability 1:	Demonstrated attention to detail with ability to maintain participant files and source documents for completeness, identify and resolves discrepancies in records, track study trends and provide study progress summaries as appropriate.
Required Skill/Ability 2:	Proficiency with statistical computer programs (e.g. SAS, SPSS) and database programs (e.g., MS Access, Excel) to construct and manage study data sets and databases relevant to research projects.
Required Skill/Ability 3:	Demonstrated ability with data management, including developing conventions for managing incomplete data sets, running query checks and resolve edits and out of range values, documenting all processes.
Required Skill/Ability 4:	Ability to maintain data systems designed to ensure that databases used for the research project comply with administrative policies, procedures and requirements set forth by the Research Office, Institutional Review Boards, Office of Research Oversight and the data security guidelines.
Required Skill/Ability 5:	Experience with psychosocial and cognitive testing procedures for studies; performs basic physical assessment procedures (e.g., heart rate, blood pressure monitoring).
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:	Minimum Bachelor's-level degree in health-related discipline and two years of research experience.
Preferred Licenses or Certifications:	Nursing licensure (RN or LPN) - Preferred not required.
Weekend Hours Required?	No
Evening Hours Required?	Occasional
Drug Screen	No
Health Screening	No
Background Check Requirements	All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. Please visit www.yale.edu/hronline/careers/screening/faqs.html for additional information on the background check requirements and process.
Additional Background or Health Screening Requirements	Selected incumbent must have successful completion of a federal and/or state background check investigation, in addition to the University background check.
Posting Disclaimer	The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
Affirmative Action Statement:	Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, an individual's sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression. https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/asp/tg/GQLogin.asp?SID=^Q_slp_rhc_4VuMipDXIB_slp_rhc_dE1LYdjpOlNlUn9iYnHlRvYAIvPlgqEO3BTkmD4Tu8BtB5x60kK&fjd=true&referer=&gqid=831&jobinfo=__710784|1|831__&applycount=1&type=search_jobdetail

University of Pennsylvania Geriatrics Clinical Research Coordinator

eference Number	40-20252
Posted Job Title	CLINICAL RESEARCH COORD A
School Name	Perelman School of Medicine
Org	DM-Geriatrics
Posted to the Web	06/29/2015
Posted Job/Salary Grade	025
Employment Type	Exempt
Hours	40.00
Position Type	Full Time
Position Schedule	8-5
Months	12
Position Length	Contingent Upon Funding
Position End Date
University Overview	The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Duties	Research coordinator will assist with daily administration of the studies and also will work closely with the PI. The research coordinator will perform the following tasks weekly: coordinate follow-up and retention activities, perform and coordinate medical chart review, assist with adverse event documentation/forms sent to the DSMB and the UPHS IRB, maintain study records, completion of the regulatory paper work necessary to ensure compliance with all DSMB and IRB guidelines. Additionally, Research Coordinator will administer intervention as necessary and patient recruitment, manage follow-up survey administration, data entry and assist in data management. Research Coordinator will participate in report writing, analysis and manuscript preparation.
Qualifications	A Bachelor’s Degree and 1 year to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. A Master’s Degree or more is preferred.
Affirmative Action Statement	Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements	Background Check Required
Quick Link	http://jobs.hr.upenn.edu:80/postings/11455

Pediatric Nephrology University Michigan

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JOB DETAIL

Job Opening ID

107077

Working Title

Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Title

Clinical Res Coordinator Hlth

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Medical School

Department

Pediatrics-Nephrology

Posting Begin/End Date

6/19/2015 – 7/03/2015

Career Interest

Research

Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Summary

This position requires an independently functioning individual responsible for complete coordination of clinical research for the division of Pediatric Nephrology. Types of studies involved can be federally funded, network, industry-sponsored and or investigator initiated. This person is expected to be a knowledgeable resource to faculty and staff. Includes data entry in multi-center quality benchmarking projects. Administrative supervision is provided by the Administrative Manager of Pediatric Nephrology and functional supervision is shared between the Pediatric Nephrology Clinical and Translational Research Committee.

Responsibilities*

Responsible for all aspects for study administration, including, but not limited to the following: total regulatory maintenance, screening, consenting, data collection, sample procurement and processing as well as entry of collected data into electronic data capture (EDC) systems. Management of study follow-up involving query resolution in timely manner and eventual study close out. Education of faculty and staff regarding research studies in general as well as specific faculty and staff caring for a patient enrolled in research. Creation of research documents as well as presentations and educational materials for patients, staff and faculty. Creation/management of an efficient electronic management system to track study specimens

Required Qualifications*

A Bachelors degree in a health care or research related field or equivalent in experience. Ability to communicate effectively with team members about enrollment and sample collection needs. Ability to work independently and as a member of a research team is essential. Off-hours as well as travel (study meetings) will be required. Qualified candidate must have the ability to effectively handle multiple priorities.

Desired Qualifications*

Certification as a Clinical Research Professional through ACRP or SOCRA
At least 3 years of experience in a clinical research area, preferably in a pediatric setting.

Background Screening

University of Michigan Health System conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Mass Eye Ear infirmary Glaucoma Research Assistant

Job Details 

Requisition Number 15-0333 Post Date 6/29/2015 Title RESEARCH ASSISTANT Department Glaucoma research-Pasquale Shift Day Hours Per Week 17 City Boston State Ma Description Research assistant will participate in ongoing glaucoma clinical research projects. Job responsibilities will include identifying eligible patients, recruiting them for enrollment in the research project and following research protocols to collect clinical research data. The research assistant will input data into excel spreadsheets and help to analyze nailfold capillary videos. Finally the research assistant will act as a liaison between our IRB and our collaborators at outside institutions who are conducting similar research projects. Requirements Bachelor's degree, preferably in the biological or physical sciences, or relevant experience in a clinical research setting. Knowledge of relational database (e.g., Paradox or Access), graphics, spreadsheets and other software packages (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) helpful. Experience working in a clinical research setting is most desirable. Individual must possess strong quantitative, organizational, and communication (verbal and written) skills. Must have the ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple job tasks, to complete responsibilities within strict timelines, and to work independently as well as part of a team. https://re12.ultipro.com/MAS1001/JobBoard/CanLogin.aspx?__JobID=*15BF0681466C4E11&__RT=*D356349294394CA3EAC10FEC2E7B083E1A90B2E21F3F000D9F6034D29216A526D9F8173562846DA0

UW Medicine Psychiatry Research

RESEARCH STUDY ASSISTANT

Req #: 121061 Department: PSYCHIATRY & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES Job Location: Harborview Medical Center Job Location Detail: Pat Steel Bldg  Posting Date: 06/08/2015  Closing Info: Closes On   06/16/2015 Salary: $2,382.00 to $3,145.00 monthly  Union Position: Yes   This classification is governed by a negotiated labor contract and is subject to union shop provisions. For more information about union shop provisions, visit Union Information Limited Recruitment: Open to UW Employees only If you are a UW employee and would like to be considered for this position, please login to your UW employee profile to apply. Shift: 1st, Occasional evening hours and weekends  Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit ourbenefits website.

The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.  The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences has developed one of largest research portfolios in the School of Medicine with the participation of over 100 principal investigators, annual expenditures of approximately $23 million dollars, and a total portfolio of sponsored projects well over $25 million dollars.  This volume makes up 50% of the Department's overall revenue/portfolio which makes Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences the clinical department with the highest percentage of faculty salaries covered by sponsored activities. Under the direction of the Department Chair and Director, the Associate Director for Sponsored Projects will serve in a key leadership position focused on building and managing a robust portfolio of grants, contracts, and gifts and an effective research administration infrastructure to assure the strategic development and growth of the Department's research enterprise.  The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Study Assistant.  This individual will assist with multiple research studies by performing a number of specific support functions. Current studies include two large randomized clinical trials of innovative suicide prevention interventions with active duty Soldiers and Marines at four installations, a full-scale suicide prevention randomized clinical trial with Harborview Medical Center patients, smaller studies of psychotherapy training and implementation, and a NIMH conference grant that brings together implementation stakeholders for a conference every two years.  Typical Work:  Code and enter data from interviews and from medical records into databases according to project protocols.  Use REDCap, SPSS, Excel, and Access to manage data.  Use electronic and hard-copy medical records for verifying participant treatment history.  Verify the accuracy of research study data.   Maintain project and data filing systems.   Maintain confidentiality of subject records.  Assist with data cleaning and building data entry forms.  Assist with the preparation of study materials, including printing, proofreading, editing, and organizing materials for ease of use by participants and research team.  Attend regular project meetings, collect and distribute meeting minutes (if assigned).  Assist with the preparation of presentations and publications.  Assist with tracking and maintaining budgetary records; requesting reimbursement for purchases.  Assist with research-related travel arrangements.  Maintain, update entries in Zotero online bibliographical program; refine procedures for utilizing Zotero.  Perform related duties as required.  Other duties may include copying, library searches, summarizing relevant literature, conducting inventory, scheduling meetings.  Competitive candidates will be attentive to detail, highly motivated, have the ability to multi-task, take direction from more than one person, and be able to communicate effectively with a diverse group of people.

REQUIREMENTS:

Two years of college-level course work in a relevant academic area AND one year of appropriate experience  OR  equivalent education/experience.  Evidence of strong interpersonal skills and competence communicating and working with health professionals, faculty members and researchers, and diverse groups within the general public  Proficient in using REDCap, Access, Excel, and SPSS to manage research data  Highly competent in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and particularly PowerPoint)  Evidence of independence, excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational ability, effective time management skills, strong problem-solving skills, and high attention to details  Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

DESIRED:

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social sciences, or other related field  Training in Human Subjects and HIPAA Compliance protocols  Knowledge of medical and psychiatric terminology  Previous experience working in suicide research  Knowledge of military terminology and culture

Condition of Employment:

Must be willing to work weekends and evenings on occasion or as needed  Appointment of the successful candidate to this position may be made contingent upon a satisfactory outcome of a criminal conviction history check . https://uwhires.admin.washington.edu/ENG/candidates/default.cfm?szCategory=jobprofile&szOrderID=121061&szLocationID=67

University of Iowa Psychiatry Research

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

REQUISITION # 66755

Persons with disabilities may contact the recruiting department if accommodations are needed.

POSITION BASICS

Working Title	RESEARCH ASSISTANT: DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY
Advertising Ends on:	Friday, June 26th, 2015
Advertising Started on:	Friday, June 12th, 2015
Organization:	Carver College of Medicine
Department:	Psychiatry

SALARY

Salary:	$35,307.00 to Commensurate
Pay Grade:	3A

JOB DETAILS

Percent Time:	100%
Type of Position	Specified Term: A staff member may be appointed to term status for a specific term not to exceed three years in order to accomplish a specific purpose or when the duration of funding is limited or unknown.
Duties:	RESEARCH ASSISTANT: DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY / DR. NANCY ANDREASEN LAB BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY Assist in the performance of psychiatric research by gathering information and assisting in the preparation of material for inclusion in publications; administer tests and/or questionnaires and compile results; and to collect, tabulate and assist in the processing of data. CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in the coordination of research activities with human participants, including data collected in a longitudinal study that has the following information: standardized psychiatric interviews, surveys, cognitive testing, and neuroimaging and bio-marker data. Assist in the collection of neuroimaging data by working with a multi-disciplinary team to assure quality assured data acquisitions and smooth study operations. Coordinate all elements of research visits, including scheduling, preparation, visit day facilitation, documentation and follow-up.  Perform basic and complex procedures and techniques as outlined in research protocol, assure fidelity to protocols. Conduct statistical analyses of data from imaging and clinical studies.  Assist in preparing publications and presentations. Perform QA/QC and audit checks of self and others data in varying DSM studies. Submissions of IRB applications and will be responsible for safety programs by following guidelines and maintaining required documentation.
Education Required:	B.S. Degree in biological sciences or equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience.
Experience Required:	1-3 years’ research experience in the field of psychiatry is required. Requires a high degree of attention to detail and a high level of organizational skills. Requires experience working with electronic databases and spreadsheets. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills. Requires experience performing routine lab maintenance tasks. Requires experience training lab personnel and/or students.
Desirable Qualifications:	HIGHLY DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience running MRI protocols. Experience in analyzing FMR data using AFNI Experience in SAS programming and statistical analyses Familiarity with genetic data and concepts Familiarity with University of Iowa policies and procedures.

ONLINE APPLICATION OPTIONS

Application Type:	This job requires basic applicant information, plus a resume. Your resume should not be sent to the contact below. The resume will be attached during the Online Application Process.
Cover Letter:	A plain text cover letter is required.
References:	References must be filled out online during the application process, however, only professional references will be allowed.
	Number of References:  3
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CONTACT INFORMATION

Attention: Your resume should not be sent to the contact below. The resume will be attached during the Online Application Process.

Contact:

Brandi L Carr - brandi-carr@uiowa.edu Cmed-Psychiatry JOHN PAPPAJOHN PAVILION 140 HAWKINS DR 2883 JPP IOWA CITY, IA 52242 Department URL: http://www.medicine.uiowa.edu/psychiatry/