Clinical Research Assistant

University of Massachusetts - Worcester, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Worcester, MA

Educational Services

About the position

The Clinical Research Assistant at the University of Massachusetts Medical School plays a crucial role in supporting clinical research protocols aimed at preventing suicide. This position involves working with the Center for Accelerating Practices to End Suicide (CAPES), focusing on improving the identification and mitigation of suicide risk in children and adults through digital health and evidence-based practices. The role requires collaboration with the Principal Investigator and involves various clinical and administrative tasks to ensure the smooth operation of research activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal Investigator in the development of protocol-specific tools for study documentation.
• Collect, record, evaluate, update, and store/transport pertinent data and samples related to the protocol.
• Schedule patient tests and/or interviews.
• Conduct patient telephone follow-ups.
• Maintain appropriate operations, including stocking, inventorying, storing, and ordering samples/supplies.
• Review medical records and medical record abstractions for consistency and completeness.
• Comply with established policies, health and safety regulations, and department objectives.
• Maintain patient and study subject confidentiality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience in using computer-based tools (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a healthcare setting, either clinical or research.
• Flexibility to work on multiple projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with a diverse array of research participants, physicians, clinical staff, and other members of the research team.
• Basic computer proficiency (Word, Excel, email).