What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Research Assistant II position at Henry M. Jackson Foundation?
Overview
Join the HJF Team!
HJF is seeking a Research Assistant II to support the Extremity Trauma and Amputation Center of Excellence (EACE) Research and Surveillance (R&S) Division located at the Womack Army Medical Center in Fort Liberty, NC (WAMC/FL). HJF provides scientific, technical, and programmatic support services to EACE.
The EACE R&S Division conducts research studies aimed at improving the function and quality of life for individuals with extremity injuries. The EACE-WAMC/FL Research Assistant serves under the supervision of the local EACE-WAMC/FL leadership, who assign areas of responsibility and set defined program objectives, for which the incumbent assumes responsibility for pursuing to completion. The incumbent serves as a point of contact for all administrative activities associated with the EACE-WAMC/FL research program. The position requires practical knowledge of research methods along with knowledge of medical terminology, and research experience. Specific areas include overall research project coordination, study regulatory compliance, participant recruitment and retention, and data collection.
HJF is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing, and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.
Responsibilities
- Recruits, screens, and enrolls participants for research studies.
- Collects baseline and follow up data from research participants.
- Checks for validity and accuracy of data ensuring compliance with quality assurance requirements and clinical relevance.
- Establishes and maintains database files and progress reports for studies, projects, and programs.
- Performs scientific literature searches, identification, and retrieval.
- Performs administrative duties such as: assisting in developing and submitting grants, papers and abstracts, manuscripts and presenting studies, developing protocol manuals and data collection instruments, and participates in field visits.
- Distributes manuscripts and reports to all scientific collaborators as required.
- Assists with regulatory documentation efforts.
- Participates in the design of research studies.
- Performs data cleaning, analysis, and interpretation.
- Responds to requests and questions from individuals.
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Minimum of 3-5 years experience required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to understand and utilize scientific/medical terminology and research theory in both oral and written communications.
- Ability to use measurable and verifiable information for making decisions or judgments.
- Skill in statistical interpretation and data analysis using statistical software and/or spreadsheets and database software applications.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
Physical Capabilities
- Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 30 lbs.
- Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.
Work Environment
- This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting.
Compensation
- The hourly pay range for this position is $20.95-$30.00. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.
Benefits
- HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.
Security Requirements: U.S. Citizenship Required; Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 public trust investigation.
Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.
Salary : $21 - $30