Research Assistant I, Cardiac Surgery

The Research Assistant I will assist and conduct administrative and operational aspects of clinical research for the PI. S/he monitors patient accrual to surgical trials at the Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI), including actively recruiting patients on trial, following patients through the protocol treatment program and follow-up, and completing data forms and data management required by the studies. Facilitate and coordinate IRB reviews and submissions as well as grant submissions and activities.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for collecting data and maintaining patient information database for studies. Required to input data. May be required to do minimum analysis and run various reports.

Participate in IRB and other regulatory submissions for updates, renewals, adverse event reports, deviations, data audits, etc.

Perform data analysis as required.

All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Understanding of basic research in a healthcare or biological environment.
• Excellent computers skills preferred. At a minimum, previous experience with MS applications including Windows, Word, Excel.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Access and Word are required.
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records for data collection and review is preferred.
• Well organized, detail-oriented researcher with good database and laboratory skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect for subjects rights and individual needs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required for working with the study participants.
• Careful attention to detail.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Due to the unpredictable nature of research operation and preparation, the pace of work can be fast at times.

BWH is an Affirmative Action 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.