Research Assistant Ii Cart Bwh Neurology

Coordinates Alzheimer's disease clinical trials and/or observational studies. Administers cognitive (psychometric) testing and behavioral questionnaires for clinical trials, investigator-initiated studies, and multicenter observational imaging/biomarker trials at the Center for Alzheimer Research and Treatment. Performs data entry and quality assurance checks for above assessments.
Having diverse staff ensures that we incorporate different points of view, perspectives, and cultural awareness into the way we conduct research, pursue scientific questions, and interact with our participants. All these elements are critical to the quality of our work, the success of our staff, and the experience of our participants.
Qualifications
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates Alzheimer's disease clinical trials and/or observational studies. This includes working with study PI (Principal Investigators) and other team members to ensure that all study procedures are completed correctly, interacting with the sponsor of the study on a regular basis, addressing sponsor queries, submitting Investigational Review Board (IRB) amendments, scheduling participants, and supervising study decisions and daily operations.
• Administers cognitive (psychometric) testing and behavioral questionnaires for clinical trials, investigator-initiated studies, and multicenter observational imaging/biomarker trials.
• Performs data entry and quality assurance checks for administered tests and questionnaires.
• Maintains communication between participants and physicians to ensure their health and safety.
• Works with the IRB and study sponsor to initiate studies at our site.
• Works with our clinical trial management system, assists with updating study information, as necessary.
• Under the supervision of a study physician or nurse, obtains and records pertinent health information, as well as maintains all necessary source documents relating to research participants.
• Trains new Research Assistants in cognitive testing, lab packaging, and daily operations along with training and managing new interns.
• Performs other duties as assigned or as position requires.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to work under stress; the clinical research setting is a very dynamic and demanding environment.
• Ability to work well independently, prioritizing work according to and within established study protocols.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to interact with a variety of people in person and on the telephone. Must be able to relate well with participants, study partners, physicians/investigators, and administrators.
• Strong team player and can communicate well within an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• High level of organization skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow directions and protocol requirements.
• Possess well-developed computer skills.
• Respects the strict confidentiality of medical records and study data.
• Excellent organizational skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS or BA
• One or more years of experience working in a research setting, preferably clinical research with participants.
• Preferred experience working with direct participant or patient interaction.
• Preferred experience in performing cognitive testing and administering behavioral questionnaires in a research or clinical setting, preferably in older adult research participants or patients.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Office and clinic environment.

EEO Statement
BWH is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.