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Job Summary
The RAI will be directly supervised by the Section Chief of Rhinology in the Department of Surgery. The research assistant develops, executes, and oversees work on several research study protocols funded by the NIH and/or pharmaceutical companies, and maintains the chronic rhinosinusitis database.
Qualifications
The RAI will be directly supervised by the Section Chief of Rhinology in the Department of Surgery. The research assistant develops, executes, and oversees work on several research study protocols funded by the NIH and/or pharmaceutical companies, and maintains the chronic rhinosinusitis database.
The RAI will be responsible for screening, enrolling, and following subjects through the trials, managing the administrative aspects of these trials, and monitoring the studies/progress to assure data quality and adherence to study-specific protocols as well as timelines. The position requires a detail-oriented individual with an ability to understand complete protocols and become certified for procedures such as pulmonary function testing (PFT), exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO), and related drug challenges. The RAI will spend one day a week with the Laidlaw Lab (Dr. Tanya Laidlaw) in the Department of Medicine Aspirin Exacerbated Respiratory Center to develop collaborative research projects and tissue collection protocols. The RAI will also interface with medical students, residents, and fellows to write abstracts, manuscripts, and submit scientific data to national and international research meetings. Our research assistants take an active role in writing and publishing the manuscripts that result from their projects, and over a two-year period, most of our clinical coordinators can expect to be a named an author on at least 2-3 publications.
Education
Bachelor's Degree Science required
Experience
New grad with some relevant coursework 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Careful attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
- Computer literacy including database tool.
- Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
Contributes to protocol authorship and plans for the implementation of the specified procedures for research studies evaluating asthma/allergy/sinus treatments and medications. May draft clinical research forms (CRFs) and build or maintain databases.Actively responsible for the recruitment of study subjects for studies. This includes development and implementation of recruitment strategies, telephone screening of potential subjects, enlisting participation by scheduling appointments and sending out necessary paperwork.Performing study visits, including the administration of consent, performing PFTs, FeNO, following procedures for study visits, and appropriate follow-up with subjects.Collects and reviews study data, ensuring compliance with protocol and data integrity. Drafts corrective action plans for any issues identified through quality control. Ensures queries are responded to in a timely manner.Assists investigators in overseeing regulatory aspects of trials, including monitoring or coordinating a monitoring body, safety and protocol violation documentation as appropriate. Develops and prepares content for study IRB/IND amendments and reports. Ensures audit-ready files are kept.Serves as the primary contact for assigned project for both internal and external communications. Directly responds to inquiries regarding study protocol and policy.Prepares and presents regular and ad-hoc study progress reports for weekly meetings, departmental managers, and study sponsors.All other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
45 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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.
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