Brown University Health · 1 month ago
Research Assistant
Providence, RI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$41K/yr - $67K/yrBrown University Health is seeking a Research Assistant to conduct specific assigned research and programmatic activities related to various clinical and public health projects, including HIV prevention and substance use. The role involves direct interaction with patients, assisting them in overcoming barriers to healthcare, and supporting clinical and community-based activities.
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Responsibilities
Assisting with data entry and ensuring quality of information collected for research, including management of protected health information (PHI) in accordance with hospital policy and state and federal law
Working independently as well as in collaboration with a diverse research and clinical team, completing various administrative and grants-related tasks with keen attention to detail, and navigating within a large, interdisciplinary hospital-based system
Contributing to the preparation of human subject’s research protocols for Institutional Review Board (IRB) review, working in compliance with IRB policies, as well as preparing manuscripts for peer reviewed publications
Engaging in direct patient care, including: recruiting for research studies and clinical programs, administering research surveys and interventions, and assisting with STI/PrEP navigation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree required; academic concentration in biology, public health, psychology, sociology, or related field preferred
Basic computer knowledge and ability to navigate PC software, i.e., proficiency in typing/word processing, utilizing spreadsheets for data management, and data entry required
Excellent ability to gather and synthesize complex information, strong writing skills and demonstrated attention to detail required
Strong personal initiative as a self-starter required, including demonstrated ability to work independently and motivation to learn and comfort interfacing with STI clinic patients
Scientific or empirical knowledge of HIV and STIs, as well as substance use treatment
Able to function in an office environment. Requires walking, navigation of stairs, and standing intermittently throughout the day. Sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to use computer and other common equipment
Performs independently within the Department's policies and practices
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Familiarity with building and managing REDCap databases preferred
Prior research experience, preferably in public health or related fields, strongly preferred
Interviewing and surveying experience preferred
Experience in academic writing and biostatistics preferred
Meaningful experience participating in and serving communities of color, LGBTQ and transgender communities, and other structurally oppressed populations; strong interpersonal skills with diverse populations
Company
Brown University Health
Brown University Health provides an integrated academic health system offering hospital services, outpatient care and clinical education.
Founded in 1994
10001+ employees
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