Research Assistant

Job Summary

Under the supervision of an experienced Project Manager or designee, responsible for assisting with coordination of research projects. Perform day‑to‑day research project activities such as recruitment database searches, mailings, recruitment calls. Schedule research appointments, maintain study documentation, specimen management and tracking (supply ordering, preparation of clinical research lab kits, packaging/shipping of clinical specimens, etc.), data collection and entry, study tracking and reporting, and subject reimbursement processing and tracking.

• Conducts and manages minimal risk studies under the supervision of a project manager or designee.
• Prepares, maintains, and tracks regulatory documents according to governmental regulations and sponsor requirements.
• Assists with subject visits including obtaining vital signs, performing clinical tests, collecting clinical samples, and data collection, as applicable.
• Sets up, tracks, and troubleshoots study technology (i.e., e‑diaries, apps, home use research equipment), as applicable.
• Conducts literature searches and fact‑finding research to support project development.
• Ensures adherence to federal or other regulatory requirements.
• Communicates needs, issues, status, etc. to appropriate study personnel.
• Assists with grant submissions and grant funding opportunities; participates in pre‑ and post‑award grant process, as applicable.

Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job‑specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all‑inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

The successful candidate should demonstrate excellent communication skills, organizational skills, and commitment to patient confidentiality. Candidates with experience in qualitative research, such as conducting interviews, are encouraged to apply.

The Research Assistant will work in the Department of Population Health Sciences with the team in the Center for Community Environment and Health (CCEH). CCEH is a collaborative center between Geisinger and the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. The CCEH team is dedicated to understanding how where people live effects their health. The team studies the built, social, socioeconomic, and natural environment in relation to a range of diseases, including diabetes, cardiovascular and respiratory conditions, substance use disorders, and Lyme disease.

The Research Assistant will assist with CCEH studies and additional research projects in the Department of Population Health Sciences.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's Degree‑Related Field of Study (Required)
• Experience:
  
  Not specified
• Certification(s) and License(s):
  Not specified

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. We encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. Our patients, members, and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and the diverse workforce strengthens the team.

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. No discrimination will occur on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.