Research Assistant I, Infectious Disease

About the Role

Working under the supervision of a Principal Investigator and Research Coordinator, this role provides assistance on clinical research studies following established policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct HIV, COVID-19, and other infectious disease Clinical Trials in both healthy and immunocompromised individuals.
• Provide assistance on clinical research studies as per study guidelines and protocols.
• May contribute to study and database design, if applicable.
• Recruit and evaluate potential study participants.
• Conduct telephone interviews and schedule participants for study visits and screening per protocol.
• Manage regulatory submissions to the Institutional Review Board and/or Biosafety Committee (e.g., study registrations, amendments, reportable events, study closures).
• Maintain patient information database for study.
• Input data and maintain participant records.
• Prepare Case Report Forms for participant and monitor visits.
• Assist in quarterly monitoring visits from study sponsor.
• Mail study information or packets to study participants.
• Answer phone calls and inquiries regarding study protocol; refer participants to supervisor or clinical staff when appropriate.
• Perform clinical procedures such as: phlebotomy, vitals assessments, and other specimen collections as specified in the protocol.
• Collect and coordinate transport of laboratory and tissue specimens to designated lab personnel.
• May include limited processing of samples.
• Monitor and set up any needed equipment.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Computer literacy, including database tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science required.
• Experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• 0-1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Careful attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism.

Work Setting

• Works in an Infectious Disease ambulatory clinic setting located in the main hospital.
• Remote Type: Onsite
• Work Location: 15 Francis Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Employee Type: Regular
• Work Shift: Day
• Pay Range: $21.00 - $29.01/Hourly
• Grade: 5