Research Assistant I, Obgyn - Family Planning - Per diem

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Aids with research studies as per guidelines and protocols.
2. Approaches patients to fill out surveys and ensures completion. Follows up with patients to ensure questionnaires are completed.
3. Working within existing data systems to ensure correct tabulation of data.
4. Organizes and processes study data. Creates and maintains databases/files containing study data using standard Division practices. Supports qualitative coding and data analysis.
5. Assists Investigators and other study personnel in executing studies. Carries out standard and study-specific events as outlined in the study orders, SOPs, and other written documents. Drafts and/or modifies written procedures for study-specific events/data procedures. Acts as a liaison between Investigators, hospital staff, administrative staff, subject recruiters, and research subjects to identify areas for quality and workflow improvements.
6. Assists Investigator in research activities. Performs literature searches, reviews literature, enters papers into reference database, compiles and checks reference lists for manuscripts, grants, and other written reports.
7. Assists in preparation and submission of IRB documents, other applications, as well as grants.
8. Assists in orienting and training new employee if needed.
9. Follows Infection Control, Electrical Safety, Radiation Safety and other guidelines as mandated by BWH, OSHA, or other regulatory agencies; follows HIPPA and Human Research guidelines as mandated by DHHS. Follows all standard operating procedures for Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Center for Clinical Investigation, and BWH; follows study-specific procedures.
10. Performs all other duties, as required

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. BA or BS degree
2. Strongly prefer individual with prior experience working with qualitative data
3. Computer program proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite)
4. Minimum four-month commitment

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
* Ability to work independently in a busy, research, academic, open office setting with other employees.
* Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
* Careful attention to detail.
* Excellent interpersonal skills are required.
* Good oral and written communication skills.
* Working knowledge of computer programs, databases, etc.
* Ability to learn new skills and procedures quickly and perform them independently.
* Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect for subject rights and individual needs.
* Must be able to be HIPAA compliant at all times.