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Form of workAt Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospital working environment – lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we’re committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.
This Clinical Research Assistant I will be responsible for:
- Consent and schedule participants for research studies through written communication and video conferencing platforms. Provide detailed background information regarding the study to families, communicate all policies and procedures, and respond to all inquiries.
- Execute in-person study visits with participants following established research protocols. Measures include eye tracking, electroencephalography (EEG), physiology, standardized behavioral assessments, and questionnaires.
- Work with a team of coordinators and RAs on data collection, data entry, and informed consent procedures and participate in quality control efforts.
- Conduct database maintenance, data processing, and analyses.
- Assist the Principal Investigator in planning and implementing research studies and perform other miscellaneous administrative duties as assigned or required.
In order to qualify you must have:
- Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, child development, cognitive science, neuroscience, or related field required.
- Experience working with youth in a research setting, preferably using physiological, behavioral, and/or neuroimaging measures such as eye tracking, heart rate, EEG, or ERP.
- Flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends. Hours will be adjusted to maximize recruitment and study visit schedules.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail and organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and analytical skills to gather and interpret data.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills in order to interact with participants and families and work collaboratively on a team.
- Minimum 2-year commitment is preferred.
- Preferred: Advanced computer skills, such as knowledge of SPSS/R/Python or similar programs.
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Please note: During a public health emergency, individuals in this role may be expected to take on additional duties to respond to organizational needs.
Boston Children’s Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption).
Boston Children’s Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
