Research Assistant, Clinical

Care New England Health System - Providence, RI

Full-time

Providence, RI

Hospitals

About the position

The Clinical Research Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting research projects within the Clinical Research department at Care New England Health System. This position involves a variety of responsibilities centered around the acquisition and management of patient information for research purposes. The assistant will be actively involved in recruiting study participants, administering questionnaires, and conducting standardized assessments to ensure comprehensive data collection. A key aspect of this role is to maintain the integrity of study data, which includes preparing and maintaining study records, performing biospecimen collections, and entering data into various databases. In addition to data management, the Clinical Research Assistant will be responsible for reviewing relevant literature to gather necessary information that may inform the development of research protocols. This may involve maintaining files, audio archives, and ensuring that all procedures are followed according to established verification and validation routines. The assistant will also conduct chart reviews to support the research process. Given the nature of clinical research, the role requires flexibility, as the assistant must be willing to work on-call, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed. Other related duties may be assigned as required, making adaptability and a proactive approach essential for success in this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the acquisition and recording of patient information for research projects.
• Recruit study participants for clinical research.
• Administer study questionnaires and standardized assessments.
• Ensure the integrity of study data throughout the research process.
• Prepare and maintain study records and documentation.
• Perform biospecimen collections as part of the research protocol.
• Enter data into databases accurately and efficiently.
• Review relevant literature to gather information for research development.
• Participate in the development of research protocols as needed.
• Maintain files, audio archives, and verification routines for study data.
• Conduct chart reviews to support research activities.
• Be available to work on-call, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required.

Requirements

• Experience in clinical research or a related field is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Familiarity with data entry and management software.
• Knowledge of research protocols and ethical considerations in clinical research.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with biospecimen collection techniques.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis software.
• Previous experience in patient recruitment for clinical studies.