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Clinical Research Assistant

Lifespan
United States, Rhode Island, Providence
593 Eddy St (Show on map)
Jan 23, 2026
SUMMARY: The Anesthesiology Department at Rhode Island Hospital/Brown Medical School seeks a full-time clinical research assistant to assist in acquisition and analysis of patient information for multiple clinical research projects. The research assistant may be responsible for the following activities: recruitment and screening of study participants, obtaining participant consent, tracking participants through multiple stages of a trial; collecting, organizing, and managing patient data; initiating and maintaining IRB protocols; and assisting with other research-related tasks. Opportunities also will be available, as desired, for mentorship in research design and preparation of poster presentations. This is a fixed term position with a current end date of 06/30/2025 which may be extended based upon available funding. Start date is February 1, 2024. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Consistently applies the corporate values of respect, honesty and fairness and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible and high-value services within the environment of a comprehensive integrated academic health system. Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Provides assistance on clinical research studies as per study guidelines and protocols. * Recruitment for research studies and clinical trials; assists research physician in identification and follow up of patients meeting criteria for inclusion in clinical research studies; ensures protocol eligibility requirements are met. * Interact with patients/subjects with regard to study, including facilitating in obtaining informed consent, patient education, procedural instruction, follow-up. * Responsible for collecting data and maintaining patient information database for study. May be required to input data, do minimum analysis, and run various reports. Maintains patients records as part of record keeping function. May review medical records to abstract information necessary to complete forms. * Monitors and sets up any needed equipment in an operating room setting. * Performs literature searches and may present data at study meetings. * All other duties, as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Bachelor's Degree in Neuroscience, Psychology, or relevant field Prior research experience, familiarity with data management software (e.g., Excel, RedCap) 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. Technical ability to operate and maintain computer system. EXPERIENCE: Prior research experience, familiarity with data management software (e.g., Excel, RedCap) Experience or desire to work with technology in an operating room setting is preferred. 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, operating rooms, etc. Ability to work a flexible schedule including some early evenings. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Perform independently within the departments policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to the supervisor when clarification of the departmental policies and procedures are required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: h2None./h2 Pay Range: $41,537.60-$68,556.80 EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Work Type: M-F 8:00am-4:00pm Work Shift: Day Daily Hours: 8 hours Driving Required: Yes