Boston Medical Center (BMC) · 3 months ago
Research Assistant Specialist (Ophthalmology)
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expBoston Medical Center (BMC) is dedicated to providing exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. The Research Assistant Specialist in Ophthalmology will assist in patient care activities for research studies, performing clinical testing and managing study data while ensuring compliance with good clinical practices and regulatory requirements.
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Responsibilities
Ensuring smooth and efficient running of clinical trials as per good clinical practices (GCP) guidelines, and regulatory requirements, coordinating with the PI, research team, and clinic staff for completing research visits seamlessly
Perform various ophthalmology tests on research participants. Tests may include: Visual Field Testing, Lensometry, Auto Refractometry, Refractometry, Pupil Assessment, Extra Ocular Motility; Gross External Examination, Applanation Tonometry and tonopen and or iCare eye drop instillation (non-certified personnel to be supervised by licensed person), and Ocular Imaging as per research protocol such as Fundus Photography, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), etc
Recruiting and screening potential participants, ensuring they meet study eligibility criteria
Obtaining informed consent from participants, explaining the study’s purpose, risks, and any potential benefits
Monitoring participant safety and well-being, reporting any adverse events to the PI and sponsor in consultation with the research manager
Collecting, documenting, and managing study data accurately and efficiently as per approved methods
Serving as a liaison between the research team, participants, and clinic staff for efficient communication
Providing training to research and clinical staff on study protocol and facilitate study certification tasks
Participates in staff meetings/initiatives including appropriate quality improvement and education activities, or if unable to attend non-mandatory activities, accepts responsibility to review meeting minutes and becomes knowledgeable of issues discussed
Assist in writing regulatory applications and submissions prior to initiating the research studies
Perform administrative duties associated with the study’s Data Monitoring and Safety Board, tracking and reporting adverse events and collecting data specified by the DMSB
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
Preferred
Preferably one to two years of education beyond high school (graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant, Ophthalmic Assistant or Allied Health Professional program or equivalent preferred)
Training in biostatistics and experience with statistical software programs preferred
Benefits
Competitive pay
Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base especially for individuals pursuing careers in medicine or biomedical research.
Pioneering Research: Engage in groundbreaking research projects that are driving the forefront of biomedical science.
Company
Boston Medical Center (BMC)
Boston Medical Center (BMC) is a 511-bed, equity-led academic medical center and a proud member of the Boston Medical Center Health System.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$342.49MKey Investors
AmeriCorps Public AlliesNational Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)The Boston Foundation
2024-07-09Grant· $0.06M
2023-02-23Debt Financing· $232M
2019-04-23Grant· $89M
Leadership Team
David Beck
Senior Vice President & Chief Legal Counsel
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