Research Assistant
Brown University Health
Date: 1 day ago
City: Providence, RI
Contract type: Full time
Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and Principal Investigator will conduct specific research protocols associated with assigned research projects.
Responsibilities
COBRE Responsibilities (70% time):
Primarily responsible for supporting the COBRE Community Advisory Board (CAB) which includes coordinating bi-monthly meetings and facilitating regular communication with the CAB; support researchers in collaborating with the Community Advisory Board.
Disseminate information regarding SPC Core activities via internet and social media
Maintain record of SPC Core activities and assist in quarterly reporting. Coordinate weekly meetings take and distribute minutes.
Support the Core in conducting trainings which may include researching in the topic area coordinating planning meetings and assisting in the development of curriculum.
Under the guidance of Core Managers may support COBRE-funded researchers in the following areas:
Regulatory and administrative functions (i.e. institutional review board application and reporting)
Questionnaires/interviews development
Data collection (i.e. interview participants)
Recruiting participants
Literature searches
RIDOH Research Responsibilities (30% time):
Recruit participants
Conduct participants interviews according to established protocols (in the community and via telephone)
Update RedCap survey tool
Maintains and completes all paperwork associated with study protocol
Assist in writing reports; participate in the interpretation of results and preparation of manuscripts based on research performed
Performs other duties as assigned
Other Information
BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
Bachelor�s Degree in related field.
Basic computer knowledge i.e. being able to navigate through PC software typing/word processing and completing spreadsheet/data entry.
Ability to appropriately collect and store various biospecimens in accordance to specific protocols
Experience
Minimum 2 years professional research experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel PPT) and familiar with data collection management systems (i.e. Qualtrics Redcap)
Strong attention to detail and highly organized.
Ability to work with a team and independently
Experience and comfort in issues related to substance use harm reduction homelessness chronic and/or infectious disease mental health and/or bilingual/bicultural and LGBTQ+ communities.
This position will require working in the community. COVID-19 safety procedures and protocols are in place to minimize risk of exposure.
Requires standing bending and sitting. Sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to use computer keyboard and other common office equipment.
The COBRE on Opioids and Overdose seeks skilled innovative personnel. Personal professional and other lived experiences are invaluable resources that help the COBRE on Opioids and Overdose better serve our communities.
Independent Action
Incumbent functions within the scope of department policies and practices. Refers specific problems/issues to supervisor(s).
Supervisory Responsibility
None.
Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Location: The Miriam Hospital USA:RI:Providence
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Shift 1
Union: Non-Union
Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and Principal Investigator will conduct specific research protocols associated with assigned research projects.
Responsibilities
COBRE Responsibilities (70% time):
Primarily responsible for supporting the COBRE Community Advisory Board (CAB) which includes coordinating bi-monthly meetings and facilitating regular communication with the CAB; support researchers in collaborating with the Community Advisory Board.
Disseminate information regarding SPC Core activities via internet and social media
Maintain record of SPC Core activities and assist in quarterly reporting. Coordinate weekly meetings take and distribute minutes.
Support the Core in conducting trainings which may include researching in the topic area coordinating planning meetings and assisting in the development of curriculum.
Under the guidance of Core Managers may support COBRE-funded researchers in the following areas:
Regulatory and administrative functions (i.e. institutional review board application and reporting)
Questionnaires/interviews development
Data collection (i.e. interview participants)
Recruiting participants
Literature searches
RIDOH Research Responsibilities (30% time):
Recruit participants
Conduct participants interviews according to established protocols (in the community and via telephone)
Update RedCap survey tool
Maintains and completes all paperwork associated with study protocol
Assist in writing reports; participate in the interpretation of results and preparation of manuscripts based on research performed
Performs other duties as assigned
Other Information
BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
Bachelor�s Degree in related field.
Basic computer knowledge i.e. being able to navigate through PC software typing/word processing and completing spreadsheet/data entry.
Ability to appropriately collect and store various biospecimens in accordance to specific protocols
Experience
Minimum 2 years professional research experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel PPT) and familiar with data collection management systems (i.e. Qualtrics Redcap)
Strong attention to detail and highly organized.
Ability to work with a team and independently
Experience and comfort in issues related to substance use harm reduction homelessness chronic and/or infectious disease mental health and/or bilingual/bicultural and LGBTQ+ communities.
This position will require working in the community. COVID-19 safety procedures and protocols are in place to minimize risk of exposure.
Requires standing bending and sitting. Sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to use computer keyboard and other common office equipment.
The COBRE on Opioids and Overdose seeks skilled innovative personnel. Personal professional and other lived experiences are invaluable resources that help the COBRE on Opioids and Overdose better serve our communities.
Independent Action
Incumbent functions within the scope of department policies and practices. Refers specific problems/issues to supervisor(s).
Supervisory Responsibility
None.
Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Location: The Miriam Hospital USA:RI:Providence
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Shift 1
Union: Non-Union
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