Sr. Clinical Research Assistant

SUMMARY: The Center for Behavioral and Preventive Medicine, based at The Miriam Hospital and
affiliated with the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, seeks a full-time Senior Clinical
Research Assistant. Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator(s), the Senior Clinical
Research Assistant will perform a variety of duties associated with conducting research studies on
psychological stress, wearable technologies, and cardiovascular health. Brown University Health
employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion,
Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients,
customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core
Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success
Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate
RESPONSIBILITIES: * Assists in preparation and conduct of research protocols and assessment materials.
* Interact with study participants. Recruits, screens, consents, and enrolls eligible participants. Administers
interviews and assessments. Traces participants at the hospital. * Collects research data by completing
paperwork, forms, and logs associated with study protocol. Maintains accurate study records and datasets
while ensuring and respecting confidentiality. Tracks data regarding participant adherence and outcomes. *
Collects and monitors smartphone and physiological (e.g., blood pressure, heart rate) data in accordance to
specific protocols. * Reviews electronic medical records to abstract information. * Provides troubleshooting
support for participants with respect to study procedures, technology, and equipment. * Implements
appropriate activities for retention of study participants and follow-up procedures as directed. * Assists with
preparing Institutional Review Board (IRB) documents. * Assists with preparing literature reviews,
manuscript publications, conference presentations, and grant documents. * Maintains project and hospital
policies regarding confidentiality. * Establishes connections with community groups and organizations with
relevant patient populations. * Schedules own appointments and maintains calendar. Works at other
locations outside the study site when needed to administer the study. Must have own transportation to
these sites. * Functions independently, making independent judgments, assessing needs for services, and
making referrals. Maintains study policy and report any decisions back to supervisor. * Works
collaboratively with all members of project to achieve project goals and scientific aims of the studies. *
Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Basic Knowledge: Education:Bachelor's
degree in psychology, neuroscience, applied or life sciences, public health, or a related field. Knowledge of
theory and techniques of research methodology. Strong attention to detail to accurately collect data and
prepare and maintain records and reports. Strong organizational skills to organize and prioritize own efforts
on multiple projects.Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with participants, families, and hospital
professionals to gather and exchange information. Strong technical ability to operate and maintain
computer system and applications (e.g., Word, Excel). Strong technical ability to operate smartphones and
applications. Familiarity with wearable technologies (e.g., fitness trackers, smartwatches). Familiarity with
data management software (e.g., Excel, RedCap). Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years prior human subjects
research experience is required. Prior experience working with patients with medical illness is desirable.
Prior experience with statistical software (e.g., R, SPSS, SAS) is desirable. Work Environment and Physical
Requirements: Often works within a specific department to identify, enroll, and follow up with research
participants. May spend some of the time standing, walking, and driving between hospital departments,
offices, etc. Personal transportation is a must to facilitate travel between hospital departments and
equipment drop-offs/pick-ups with participants. Mileage will be reimbursed. Independent Action: Performs
independently within the department's policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to the
supervisor when clarification of the departmental policies and procedures are required. Supervisory
Responsibility: None.

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