Research Assistant

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Job Description:

Job Description: Research Assistant

Parsons is committed to solving the Military Health System’s most challenging health and operational readiness issues with the world’s best data-driven solutions. Our staff supports a myriad of mission-critical science and technology projects for all military Services, both in the U.S. and around the globe. Our core competencies include Research and Program Management in the areas of Infectious Diseases, Clinical and Rehabilitative Medicine, Genomics-based Science, and Military Health, Performance, and Recovery. Parsons Health: We are committed to using innovation to drive the greatest value for our customers.

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Research Assistant to support the Clinical Investigations Department (CID) at the Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune (NMCCL). The Research Assistant will support CID and Principal Investigators (PIs) in all phases of CID research protocols in accordance with written Department of Defense (DoD); Department of the Navy (DoN); Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED), and NMCCL regulations, policies, and procedures . NMCCL/CID is engaged advancing scholar activity that is operationally relevant to both the Command and the community. CID currently supports several research efforts in fields related to traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress disorder, alternative treatment therapies, prevention and treatment of mental health disorders, military training and readiness, etc. These efforts directly relate to improving DoD support to the warfighter and their families.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Assist PIs, research team members, and other staff in developing, planning, executing, and closing clinical research studies.

Assist the Compliance Officer with the monitoring process to ensure protocol compliance.

Recruit and screen subjects.

Maintain files and records of ongoing research projects.

Maintain patient confidentiality according to HIPAA and institutional regulations.

Schedule patient appointments by phone and using MHS Genesis or other methods as prescribed by the protocol, command, and clinic structure and assist in the appointment visits.

Data collection:

• Conduct research subject surveys (complete questionnaires) via telephone, email or in person.
• Conduct research subject visit (e.g., present questionnaires and collect demographics data).
• Transfer data from questionnaires and data sheets to the databases.
• Conduct data collection and enter data into Microsoft Excel and Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) databases (if applicable).
• Obtain patient's medical record/reports following procedures.
• Obtain lab, x-ray and other results as needed, via MHS Genesis.

Perform administrative duties related to the research to include:

• Prepare progress reports
• Documentation of correspondence and communication pertinent to the research projects
• Obtain signatures and deliver documents for PIs.

Actively participate in CID departmental and command-wide research educational and training programs by providing instruction, presentations, and assistance to research staff as needed.

Attend conferences and meetings as required by the research protocol, PI or sponsoring agency.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Bachelor’s Degree with a focus in Biology, Healthcare, or related discipline (such as Psychology) and one year working experience in a medical or research setting (includes hospital, physician’s office, or academic setting, i.e., pre-med student) OR a minimum of three years working experience in a medical or research setting (includes hospital, physician’s office, or academic setting, i.e., pre-med student).

Speak fluent English (both orally and written) and the ability to communicate in a professional, concise, and effective manner with peers, colleagues, and customers.

Ability to follow general and specific instructions (including safety precautions in a field environment and to mitigate risk of exposure to infectious diseases).

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge or experience coordinating research protocols

Certification as:

• Certified Clinical Trial Investigator (CCTI)
• Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC)
• Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) from the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) or the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SCRA).

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None This position is part of our Federal Solutions team. Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range:

$17.74 - $31.06 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by customer requirements and some cases federal, state, provincial or local mandates.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!