Research Assistant- Lane Research

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Research Assistant

Full-Time

Dr. Lane

Overview:

The successful applicant for the position of Research Assistant will be an organized individual who is able to perform a variety of different tasks essential to the conduct of a clinical study. He or she will be flexible, as the job description may evolve as studies progress. The Research Assistant will have access to the medical records of patients and should appreciate this privilege, maintaining strict confidentiality with all patient medical data. The Research Assistant will also have good interpersonal skills, as he or she will be interfacing directly with patients on a routine basis.

Responsibilities:

Send out letters to patients inviting them to participate in studies

Administer questionnaires to patients in person, by mail, and by phone

Act as a resource for patients regarding study consent forms

Act as a liaison between physicians, physician’s office staff and study participants

Coordinate patient visits with physician schedules

Be a contact person for patients to call regarding questions regarding study protocols

Call patients between visits to ensure compliance and answer any questions

Setting up electronic databases and creating electronic data collection forms

Data entry into an electronic database

Organize and maintain all paperwork related to the study

Obtain tissue samples from the operating room

Submit abstracts to academic meetings to disseminate study results

Help create poster and PowerPoint presentations of study results

Assist in grant submission

Qualifications:

EDUCATION/ WORK EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree in Science

Necessary Skills:

Computer literate: Microsoft Word, Excel, data entry

Excellent telephone and interpersonal skills

Detail oriented and organized

Excellent writing skills

The applicant must be available on site at the hospital during patient visits.

Other Requirements:

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Pay Range - Minimum:

USD $19.78/Hr.

Pay Range - Maximum:

USD $24.73/Hr.

Permanent