Research Assistant

Job Description

Dent Neurologic Institute is committed to excellence in all we do. Our culture is built on 4 key pillars: respect, quality, productivity, and well-being. By remaining dedicated to these values and the overall mission, we are dedicated to making a difference for both patients and colleagues. When you join the Dent team, you can take advantage of a variety of benefits:

Work-Life Balance (no overnight shifts)

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Critical Illness, Accident, & Legal Plans

Wellness Program

Learning & Development Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Free Onsite Parking at All Locations

Location: Amherst

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Responsibilities of Position:

Managing the research database on their designated topic

Coordinating study protocols and implementing them within the database

Writing and submitting investigator initiated protocols

Statistical analysis background for data analysis by the means of

Excel

Access

SYSTAT

SPSS

Writing and submitting abstracts and papers to be presented or published

Presenting paper and research results

Performs other duties assigned by Principal Investigator and Supervising Certified Clinical Research Coordinator

May have duties that fall under “Clinical Research Coordinator” job description on a per project basis

Skills & Experience Necessary:

Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

Experience in statistical analysis

Experience in ACCESS and statistical packages such as SYSTAT or SPSS are a plus

All personnel drawing blood must be credentialed by hospital phlebotomy; CPR certification preferred

All personnel handling/packaging/shipping hazardous good must become IATA certified

Strong interpersonal and communications skills

Excellent organizational skills

Must have a flexible schedule according to business need

Preferred Education and Experience

College degree or technical training preferred

Prior research or lab experience preferred but not required

Working Conditions:

Moderate physical activity required at times which may include occasional movement of studies supplies or equipment, not in excess 25 pounds

Occasional exposure to human body fluids/secretions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Compensation:

Most candidates will start within the first quartile of the pay range

Rates are commensurate with experience

EEO Statement

Dent Neurologic Institute offers an inclusive work environment built on kindness and respect for all. Dent provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws as the basis for an employment decision. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

40 hours/week